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Best School-Age Care in Sacramento

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

42 school-age programs
0 top rated
100% clean record

Typical tuition

Average monthly cost in Sacramento County

2022 median
$1,502
/ month
infant
$959
/ month
toddler
$1,128
/ month
preschool

Median cost at licensed child care centers. Licensed family child care homes typically cost 20-30% less (infant care around $633/month).

Sacramento has 42 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 Sacramento

1

4th R - Alice Birney

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 75
2

4th R - Caleb Greenwood

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 150
3

4th R - Crocker Riverside

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 150
4

4th R - Genevieve Didion

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 150
5

4th R - H. Allen Hight

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 100
6

4th R - Heron

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 150
7

4th R - Huburt Bancroft

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 70
8

4th R - Phoebe Hearst

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 200
9

4th R - Pony Express

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 70
10

4th R - Regency Park

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 100
11

4th R - Sequoia

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 100
12

4th R - Sutterville

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 150
13

American River College Children's Center

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 24
14

Calvary Christian School-age Care

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 40
15

Catalyst Kids - Anna Kirchgater

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 70
16

Catalyst Kids - B. Comstock Morse

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 84
17

Catalyst Kids - Bannon Creek

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 66
18

Catalyst Kids - Isabelle Jackson

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 56
19

Catalyst Kids - Maeola Beitzel

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 56
20

Catalyst Kids - Mary Tsukamoto

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Sacramento

Capacity: 56
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed school-age care programs are in Sacramento?
Sacramento has 42 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 Sacramento?
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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