Licensed Daycare in Raritan, New Jersey
6 licensed daycares in Raritan, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official New Jersey licensing records.
Raritan listings updated May 2026 from official New Jersey records.
Daycare in Raritan: what parents should know
Raritan has 6 licensed childcare providers in our directory, with Preschool the most common type (about 50% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current New Jersey license at indexing time, sourced from NJ Department of Children and Families — Office of Licensing.
For age coverage, 3 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5.
In total, Raritan providers are approved for approximately 294 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Raritan childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Raritan
ChildCare Aware reports the New Jersey average full-time cost at $1,530/month for infant care and $1,100/month for preschool. City-level prices in Raritan vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.
The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. New Jersey families may also qualify for NJ Child Care Subsidy Program (DFD) (intake: (800) 332-9227).
Full New Jersey licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- NJ Department of Children and Families — Office of Licensing
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:6
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 49 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Raritan
Largest licensed centers in Raritan
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Raritan licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in Raritan
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programNJ Child Care Subsidy Program (DFD) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(800) 332-9227 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with NJ Department of Children and Families — Office of Licensing.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Raritan, New Jersey are compiled from official NJ Department of Children and Families — Office of Licensing licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology
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