The content of this resource page is currently under development in order to provide the most up-to-date information to the early childhood community. The updates should be completed in early 2024.

For up-to-date Covid related resources, please visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention's website, https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html

Welcome to the COVID-19 related health and safety requirements resource page for New Jersey's child care centers!

This portal is intended for all New Jersey early care providers, afterschool childcare providers, and educators operating child care programs.

An implementation guide is also available to provide essential information, resources, and support related to health and safety requirements. Note that any guidance from DCF takes precedence over the information provided in this guide: November 3rd, 2022

Best Practices for the Implementation of Guidance for New Jersey Child Care Facilities on COVID-19 Related Health and Safety Requirements

All of the information provided is based on recommended guidelines from the: