School Age Program

About Our Program

Ivey Ranch’s School-Age Program in Oceanside, California provides specialized after-school care, summer camp, and holiday programs for children and young adults ages 5-21. Our licensed program creates an inclusive, nurturing environment where participants build social skills, explore creative activities, and enjoy supervised recreation. With qualified staff trained in child development and special needs care, sensory-rich activities, outdoor play, and healthy meal options, we support each participant’s growth and independence. We serve families throughout Oceanside and North County San Diego, partnering with regional centers, schools, and therapy teams to provide comprehensive care that meets your child’s unique needs.

Why Choose Us

Qualified
Staff

  • Knowledge / College Courses in Child Development or Human Development
  • More than 20 hours of training upon hire
  • Mandatory annual continuing education

Nutritious
Meals

  • Junk Food Free Program
    (No chips, candy, cookies, soda or fast food)
  • Participants can bring their own healthy meals or we can provide them

Variety of
Activities

  • ​We have sensory toys, sensory bins, puzzles, and building activities available
  • ​We also play outside as often as the weather allows
  • ​Crafts, science, and sensory are our favorite activities

Other
Agencies

  • ​We are always happy to work with our participants schools and/or therapy teams
  • ​ABA therapists are welcome to join their participants on-site (email daisy@iveyranch.com for more info)
  • ​We work with participants regional center service coordinators as often as needed to provide the best care

What Our Families Say

“I am so thankful for the love and care Ivey Ranch and all the staff have shown my daughter! Ivey Ranch made it possible for me to work full time and know my child was being cared for. For that you may never know how much impact that has made in our lives! Thanks again for all the care, kindness and great job working with these special kids! Best regards!!”

– Susan E.

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