Ages 3-5

You don’t have to do it alone!

Every child is different. Get care that is tailored to you.

You don’t have to do it alone!

Every child is different. Get care that is tailored to you.

When it comes to our kids, a little extra help can go a long way.

We want to make sure that all of New Mexico’s little ones (and their caregivers) are well cared for. The programs below support New Mexico families with children ages 3 to 5.

Ages 3-5

You don’t have to do it alone!

Every child is different. Get care that is tailored to you.

When it comes to our kids, a little extra help can go a long way.

We want to make sure that all of New Mexico’s little ones (and their caregivers) are well cared for. The programs below support New Mexico families with children ages 3 to 5.

Home Visiting

Looking for someone to:

Home Visitors are here for you! Everyone—no matter if it’s your first child or your fourth—needs someone trusted to talk to and ask questions. Your home visitor offers that support. You can trust them on a wide range of topics from nutrition and breastfeeding to safe sleep and self care. Learn more about the program.

What is Home Visiting and How to Apply

Find your home visitor here

Or call 1 (800) 691-9067 from Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

Home Visiting

Looking for someone to:

Home Visitors are here for you! Everyone—no matter if it’s your first child or your fourth—needs someone trusted to talk to and ask questions. Your home visitor offers that support. You can trust them on a wide range of topics from nutrition and breastfeeding to safe sleep and self care. Learn more about the program.

What is Home Visiting and How to Apply

Find your home visitor here

Or call 1 (800) 691-9067 from Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

Child Care Assistance

More New Mexico families than ever are eligible for free child care. We want to make sure that all of New Mexico’s little ones (and their caregivers) are well cared for.

What is Child Care Assistance and How to Apply

Find out if you’re eligible right now.
It only takes a few minutes.

Am I Eligible?

Or call 1 (800)-691-9067 to speak with a Family Specialist who can help you review your child care options and walk you through the process of applying.

Find a Child Care Provider

Need help finding a child care provider? Click below to search for care that fits your family's needs.

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Free Child Care in New Mexico? Yes, and this is how it works:

A New Mexico Program helps families cover the cost of care so you can choose the care that works best…

Other tips and resources:

High quality early childhood programs in New Mexico (like Head Start, preschool, and PreK) paired with play at home can help give your child a great start in life. The resources below help connect you with experts and tools.

Bright by Text

Bright by Text is a free texting service that delivers useful information from trusted early childhood experts to parents and caregivers of young children. It’s easy, just text PLAY to 274-448 to sign up!

Head Start

Head Start is a program that provides comprehensive early childhood education, and health and nutrition guidance to families with infants, toddlers, and preschool aged children.

Preschool in New Mexico

New Mexico PreK ensures that every child in New Mexico has the opportunity to attend a high quality early childhood education program before going to kindergarten.

PreK Early Childhood Lesson Plans

PBS offers free videos, games and activities aligned to state national standards for preschool aged children.

Early childhood services for families

NewMexicoKids.org offers information about child care, home learning, free meals, and additional child care services for families with young children throughout the state.

National School Lunch Program

The National School Lunch Program provides nutritionally-balanced, low-cost or free lunches for children throughout the state.

Child Care Assistance

More New Mexico families than ever are eligible for free child care. We want to make sure that all of New Mexico’s little ones (and their caregivers) are well cared for. Learn more about the program here.

What is Child Care Assistance and How to Apply

Find out if you’re eligible right now.
It only takes a few minutes.

Am I Eligible?

Or call 1 (800)-691-9067 to speak with a Family Specialist who can help you review your child care options and walk you through the process of applying.

Free Child Care in New Mexico? Yes, and this is how it works:

A New Mexico Program helps families cover the cost of care so you can choose the care that works best…

Other tips and resources:

High quality early childhood programs in New Mexico (like Head Start, preschool, and PreK) paired with play at home can help give your child a great start in life. The resources in this section help connect you with experts and tools.

Bright by Text

Bright by Text is a free texting service that delivers useful information from trusted early childhood experts to parents and caregivers of young children. It’s easy, just text PLAY to 274-448 to sign up!

Head Start

Head Start is a program that provides comprehensive early childhood education, and health and nutrition guidance to families with infants, toddlers, and preschool aged children.

Preschool in New Mexico

New Mexico PreK ensures that every child in New Mexico has the opportunity to attend a high quality early childhood education program before going to kindergarten.

PreK Early Childhood Lesson Plans

PBS offers free videos, games and activities aligned to state national standards for preschool aged children.

Early childhood services for families

NewMexicoKids.org offers information about child care, home learning, free meals, and additional child care services for families with young children throughout the state.