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Ages 5–17

Best School-Age Care in Santa Ana

Top 10 licensed programs serving kids ages 5–17, ranked by compliance record, parent reviews, and capacity.

10 school-age programs
0 top rated
90% clean record

Typical tuition

Average monthly cost in Orange County

2022 median
$1,705
/ month
infant
$1,220
/ month
toddler
$1,099
/ month
preschool

Median cost at licensed child care centers. Licensed family child care homes typically cost 20-30% less (infant care around $795/month).

Santa Ana has 10 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.

90% 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 10 School-Age Programs in Santa Ana

1

California Kids Centers

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Santa Ana

Capacity: 48
2

Catalyst Kids-guin Foss

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Santa Ana

Capacity: 70
3

Catalyst Kids-red Hill

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Santa Ana

Capacity: 70
4

Catalyst Kids-tustin Memorial

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Santa Ana

Capacity: 70
5

Central Orange Coast Ymca - Arroyo School

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Santa Ana

Capacity: 92
6

Central Orange Coast Ymca - Loma Vista School

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Santa Ana

Capacity: 92
7

Montessori International Academy

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Santa Ana

Capacity: 60
8

Trf Corbin

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Santa Ana

Capacity: 32
9

Tutor Time Child Care/learning Center

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Santa Ana

Capacity: 45
10

Kindercare Learning Center

Fair

School Age Child Care Center · Santa Ana

Capacity: 42
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed school-age care programs are in Santa Ana?
Santa Ana has 10 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 Santa Ana?
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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