Find preschool and early-childhood programs in Newark
A free directory of licensed child care centers, district Pre-K, and charter school early-childhood programs across Newark, NJ.
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Filter by ZIP code, language, subsidy acceptance, Grow NJ Kids quality rating, and transportation.
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Search the full directory of every listed program in Newark.
Licensed child care centers
Centers licensed by the NJ Dept. of Children and Families.
District & charter Pre-K
Free public Pre-K through Newark Board of Education and charters.
Resources for parents
Free Pre-K applications, child care subsidy help, and licensing records.
Good to know
Grow NJ Kids ratings
New Jersey’s quality rating program scores centers 1–5 stars. “Not rated” usually means a center simply isn’t enrolled — not that it’s low quality.
Child care subsidy
Providers marked “Accepts subsidy” participate in the state child care assistance program (CCDF).
Check the official record
Each listing links to the state’s Child Care Center Explorer for inspection history and licensing details.