Ages 5–17

Best School-Age Care in Lancaster

Top 17 licensed programs serving kids ages 5–17, ranked by compliance record, parent reviews, and capacity.

17 school-age programs
0 top rated
76% clean record

Typical tuition

Average monthly cost in Los Angeles County

2022 median
$1,113
/ month
infant
$956
/ month
toddler
$974
/ month
preschool

Median cost at licensed child care centers. Licensed family child care homes typically cost 20-30% less (infant care around $732/month).

Lancaster has 17 licensed programs serving school-age children (5+). This mix includes School-Age Centers focused on before/after school, plus Family Child Care Homes whose licenses cover older kids. California caps school-age ratios at 1:14.

76% of the ranked programs have a clean inspection record with zero citations on file. Click any listing for the full inspection history and complaint record.

Whether you need before-school drop-off, after-school pickup, or full-day summer care, this list covers the top programs in your area. Each facility page includes current tuition (when the owner has published it), schedule options, and the most recent CCLD inspection summary.

Top 17 School-Age Programs in Lancaster

1

A Place of Our Own Learning Academy

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Lancaster

Capacity: 63
2

All My Children Learning Institute

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Lancaster

Capacity: 27
3

Auntie Jessies Preschool/childcare Center

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Lancaster

Capacity: 30
4

Evo Taekwondo Academy

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Lancaster

Capacity: 90
5

It's a Small World Childcare & Preschool #2

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Lancaster

Capacity: 12
6

Kce Champions Llc @ilead-lancaster

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Lancaster

Capacity: 100
7

Kindercare Learning Center

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Lancaster

Capacity: 40
8

Kindercare Learning Center

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Lancaster

Capacity: 28
9

La Petite Academy Inc.

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Lancaster

Capacity: 44
10

Little People Childcare

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Lancaster

Capacity: 30
11

Pure & Simple Academy Inc.

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Lancaster

Capacity: 30
12

Ark Academy

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Lancaster

Capacity: 15
13

Lancaster United Methodist Childrens Center

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Lancaster

Capacity: 41
14

A Place of Our Own Learning Academy,inc

Good

School Age Child Care Center · Lancaster

Capacity: 43
15

Little Tots Preparatory Academy

Good

School Age Child Care Center · Lancaster

Capacity: 10
16

Kids N Colors Daycare, Inc.

Poor

School Age Child Care Center · Lancaster

Capacity: 25
17

Academy of Excellence

Poor

School Age Child Care Center · Lancaster

Capacity: 30

Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed school-age care programs are in Lancaster?
Lancaster has 17 licensed programs serving school-age children (5+). This includes dedicated school-age centers, before-and-after-school programs, and family child care homes whose licenses cover this age.
What does school-age care include?
School-age programs typically offer before-school care (early-morning drop-off), after-school care (pickup from school or walk-over from nearby campuses), full-day care on non-school days, and summer camp programs. Activities usually mix homework support, enrichment (art, sports, STEM), and supervised free time.
How much does after-school care cost in Lancaster?
Costs vary by schedule (before-only, after-only, or both) and whether summer/break care is bundled. Contact facilities directly for current rates.
What should I look for when choosing a school-age program?
Check the pickup logistics (does the program walk kids over from your school?), homework-help structure, summer camp availability, and outdoor/gym space. Ask about behavior policies, how staff supervises older kids with more independence, and whether the program partners with local schools for coordinated pickup.

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