Child Day Care Services
Key Figures
Figures are published for NAICS 624410 directly.
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Official definition
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing day care of infants or children. These establishments generally care for preschool children, but may care for older children when they are not in school and may also offer pre-kindergarten and/or kindergarten educational programs.
Source: US Census Bureau, 2017 NAICS Definitions. Public domain.
Illustrative examples
- Child day care babysitting services
- Nursery schools
- Child or infant day care centers
- Preschool centers
Which code does this activity belong in?
Child day care services establishments provide daytime supervision and care for infants and preschool children, often including educational programming such as pre-kindergarten or kindergarten. This code specifically covers care focused on the developmental and custodial needs of young children during their parents' working hours. Establishments providing broader social assistance services to children and families, such as counseling or case management beyond day care, are classified in Individual and Family Services rather than here.
Where this sits
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