Find preschool and early-childhood programs in Newark
Find licensed child care centers, preschools, and free public Pre-K across Newark, NJ.
Two ways to find a program
Licensed child care centers serve children of all ages; free public Pre-K is available for ages 3–4.
Child care & preschool · all ages
Independent centers licensed by the NJ Dept. of Children and Families — infant and toddler care through preschool classrooms. Many accept the NJ child care subsidy (CCAP).
97 licensed centers
Public Pre-K · ages 3–4
Newark Public Schools Pre-K sites and public charter programs. Tuition-free — apply once through Newark Enrolls for children who turn 3 or 4 by October 1.
41 district sites · 4 charter programs
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.