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Ages 5–17

Best School-Age Care in San Jose

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

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

Typical tuition

Average monthly cost in Santa Clara County

2022 median
$2,283
/ month
infant
$1,614
/ month
toddler
$1,776
/ month
preschool

Median cost at licensed child care centers. Licensed family child care homes typically cost 20-30% less (infant care around $912/month).

San Jose has 40 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 San Jose

1

Action Day Primary Plus

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 46
2

Bellgrad Steam Academy - River Glen

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 90
3

Bright Horizons-san Jose

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 53
4

Carter Avenue Christian Preschool and Daycare

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 42
5

Catalyst Kids - Bachrodt

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 60
6

Catalyst Kids - Graystone

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 105
7

Catalyst Kids - Hayes

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 105
8

Catalyst Kids - Parkview

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 70
9

Catalyst Kids - Santa Teresa

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 56
10

Catalyst Kids - Trace

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 70
11

Catalyst Kids - Williams

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 70
12

Champions at Orchard Elementary School

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 90
13

Engenius Learning Center @ Booksin Elementary

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 175
14

Estrella Family Services @ Galarza

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 56
15

Kce Champions Llc - Cedar Grove

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 56
16

Kce Champions Llc @ Dilworth Elementary

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 120
17

Kce Champions Llc @ Ledesma Elementary

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 55
18

Kce Champions Llc @ Murdock-portal Elementary

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 70
19

Kidango Linda Vista

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 64
20

Kidspark

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · San Jose

Capacity: 45
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed school-age care programs are in San Jose?
San Jose has 40 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 San Jose?
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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