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Ages 5–17

Best School-Age Care in Los Angeles

Top 20 licensed programs serving kids ages 5–17, ranked by compliance record, parent reviews, and capacity.

38 school-age programs
0 top rated
100% 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).

Los Angeles has 38 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.

100% 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 20 School-Age Programs in Los Angeles

1

Acacia Learning Center

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 49
2

Alegria After School Program

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 21
3

Alma Family Services

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 35
4

Camp Exposure

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 30
5

Canfield Star

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 100
6

Cci:rita Walters Learning Complex

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 14
7

Clover Star

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 120
8

Come & See After School

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 15
9

Community Child Dev. Ctr. of Little Angels

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 15
10

El Santo Nino Community Center

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 40
11

Faith Children's Center

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 35
12

Future First Afterschool Program

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 50
13

God's Hand Academy

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 12
14

Kenter Star

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 120
15

La First Montessori School

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 26
16

Little Scholars Academy

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 10
17

Main Castle Learning Center #3

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 12
18

Main Castle Learning Center Ii

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 6
19

Moore's Daycare Prep, Inc.

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 8
20

Mt. Washington Star

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Los Angeles

Capacity: 150
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed school-age care programs are in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles has 38 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 Los Angeles?
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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