Safety5
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care6
K-ready6
Teachers8
Compassion8
Mgmt7
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars7
Strengths
- Yelp 4.4 stars from 18 reviews (updated November 2025); Chamber of Commerce 4.6 stars from 22 reviewers -- highest staff praise of any Citrus Heights center researched
- Parents repeatedly call out director Dawna and assistant director Lynette as going 'above and beyond'; children 'welcomed by name every time we walk in the door'
- Staff described as 'overwhelmingly kind' and treating kids 'like they were their own' -- exceptional compassion scores validated by independent reviews
- Full age range 6 weeks to 12 years: Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before/After School, Summer; Monday-Friday 6:30 AM -- 6:00 PM
- License 343603026 active since 1997; long-established Citrus Heights presence near San Juan Ave corridor
Considerations
- CCLD license 343603026: citations noted on 2023 and 2022 inspections (regulations 101226 -- supervision-related); complaint investigation March 2026 -- review full reports at ccld.dss.ca.gov
- National chain -- quality depends on site director; confirm Dawna is still director before enrolling as of your visit date
Safety5
Curriculum7
Art/Music5
Infant care6
K-ready6
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- ResellerRatings 4.57 stars from 77 reviews -- one of the largest review bases of any Citrus Heights childcare; Winnie 5.0 stars (verified); Yelp 19 reviews
- Reviewers highlight staff who 'communicate effectively and show they care'; facility described as 'safe and clean'
- Facility administrator Julie Jenkins; capacity 45 children; license 343600872 active
- Full infant-to-school-age programming: Infant/Toddler, Preschool, TK, School-Age; Monday-Friday 6:30 AM -- 6:30 PM
- Established local La Petite Academy site with long operational history
Considerations
- CCLD license 343600872: citation history not confirmed in detail during research -- verify full inspection record at ccld.dss.ca.gov before enrollment
- National chain management -- quality depends heavily on site director; confirm current director before enrolling
Safety6
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care6
K-ready6
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt7
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- Yelp 4.0 stars (6 reviews) -- positive parent feedback on teacher quality and child development outcomes
- CCLD inspection record shows No Citations across three recent inspections (October 2024, September 2023, September 2022) -- excellent compliance record
- CCLD license 343603374; capacity 35 children; address 7545 Tad Ln, Citrus Heights CA 95610; active license in good standing
- Provides outdoor play space and meals; nurturing preschool, infant care, and childcare with focus on play-based learning and school readiness
- Part of the Discovery Tree and Arista Schools network -- multi-location operator with Sacramento-area presence
- CCLD Tootris listing shows center confirmed open; BBB profile active
Considerations
- Capacity of 35 children is smaller than competing centers -- may have waitlists; apply early
- Limited public curriculum details available; verify program specifics (infant ratios, Montessori vs. play-based structure) directly during tour
- No confirmed hours in public research -- contact center at (916) 726-0661 to confirm schedule
- No public details on CCLD infant center license or capacity breakdown -- verify before enrolling an infant
Safety4
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care4
K-ready5
Teachers7
Compassion8
Mgmt6
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- First full-service non-profit preschool in Sacramento area tailored to Russian-speaking immigrant and refugee families -- unique culturally-affirming environment
- Facebook 100% recommendation rate from 49 reviews -- strongest Facebook review profile among Citrus Heights centers researched
- Comprehensive family-centered approach promoting mental, emotional, and economic growth; 100% culturally friendly per mission statement
- Capacity 47; license 343623928 licensed since May 2021; non-profit governance adds community accountability
Considerations
- CCLD license 343623928: 1 Type A citation on record; 3 total citations -- exceeds Sacramento County average of 1.5 per facility; last inspected May 2025 -- review full reports at ccld.dss.ca.gov
- Type A citation indicates condition posing immediate health or safety risk -- must be reviewed before enrollment
- No confirmed Google Maps rating found in research; Winnie shows no reviews
- Primarily serves Russian-speaking families -- English-first families may experience curriculum and communication differences; verify with director
Safety5
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care6
K-ready6
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt7
Culture7
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- Winnie rating 5.0 (updated February 2026) -- positive community rating; Yelp listing (16 reviews, updated November 2025) shows active recent parent engagement
- Parent review describes director Ms. Charlotte and staff going 'out of their way' to make children happy and safe -- individualized staff commitment cited
- Founded 1969 -- one of the longest-operating KinderCare centers in the Sacramento area with over 55 years of continuous operation
- Hours 6:30 am-6:30 pm Monday-Friday -- extended hours accommodate early and late work schedules
- Serves ages 6 weeks to 12 years; located at 6825 Purslane Way, Citrus Heights CA 95621
- CCLD-licensed; confirmed operating and enrolling for 2026 per KinderCare website
Considerations
- Corporate chain center -- curriculum and policy set nationally; less flexibility for individualized family requests
- CCLD-specific citation history not confirmed in public research for this location -- verify full inspection record at ccld.dss.ca.gov before enrollment
- KinderCare tuition generally above the Citrus Heights median -- confirm current pricing directly
- 16 Yelp reviews is a moderate sample; Winnie reviews may be limited -- read full current reviews before enrolling
Safety5
Curriculum6
Art/Music5
Infant care6
K-ready6
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars5
Strengths
- Yelp listing updated October 2025 (21 photos, 11 reviews) -- locally owned by Elizabeth Maddy, opened 2003; independent owner-operated center
- Nearly half of teaching staff have been with the center more than 15 years -- exceptional staff retention indicating stable, positive work environment
- Parents note affordability compared to other Citrus Heights options while calling the center 'awesome' -- strong value proposition
- Age-appropriate curriculum focuses on individual strengths; serves children with special needs -- inclusive programming
- CCLD license 343609290; capacity 32 children; address 7998 Old Auburn Rd, Citrus Heights CA 95610; licensed since October 30, 2003
- Hours 6:30 am-6:30 pm Monday-Friday; serves ages 6 weeks to 6 years including infants
Considerations
- Capacity of 32 is small -- high demand may create waitlists; apply early
- One Yelp review noted 'lack of organization surrounding enrollment' -- administrative processes may need improvement
- Most recent CCLD inspection was October 14, 2024 -- confirm current inspection status at ccld.dss.ca.gov before enrollment
- Our research did not locate specific CCLD citation history for this center; families may wish to review the facility's full inspection record on the California Department of Social Services licensing site (license #343609290) before enrolling.
Safety5
Curriculum7
Art/Music5
Infant care3
K-ready6
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Licensed Christian Preschool and Day Care operating continuously since 1975 -- nearly 50 years of service; SCOE accreditation 2022-2025
- License 340301226 active; all instructors meet or exceed state-required qualifications per facility disclosure
- Yelp listing shows 5-star majority reviews; parents describe staff as 'absolutely phenomenal,' 'very friendly, welcoming, and communicative'
- Monday-Friday 7:30 AM -- 5:30 PM; faith-integrated curriculum covering social, emotional, and academic development
Considerations
- One June 2024 Yelp review alleges racist and culturally insensitive comments by staff and possible favoritism -- this is a serious concern requiring direct inquiry with current director and independent verification
- No confirmed Google Maps rating found in research; Yelp star average not confirmed with exact count
- Ages preschool through kindergarten -- no infant or young toddler enrollment
- Does not participate in subsidized child care programs per listing
Safety5
Curriculum7
Art/Music7
Infant care3
K-ready5
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt6
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- Arts-integrated 'whole child' curriculum covering emotional, social, cognitive, physical, communication, and academic development -- same approach as the well-reviewed Rancho Cordova Building Kidz campus
- Drop-in availability -- rare among Sacramento metro preschools; preschool service ages 2 to kindergarten entry
- Located near Sunrise Mall on Greenback Ln -- accessible to northeast Citrus Heights families; Monday-Friday operation
- Part of Building Kidz Worldwide network; license 343623893 active since April 2021
Considerations
- CCLD license 343623893: Type B citations issued at every annual inspection (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 -- regulations 1596.7995 and 101229.1); complaint investigation September 2023 -- review full reports at ccld.dss.ca.gov
- Capacity only 40 -- small; availability may be limited; does not participate in subsidized care
- No confirmed Google Maps rating found in research
Safety4
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care4
K-ready6
Teachers6
Compassion7
Mgmt5
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- New Montessori school opened August 2025 at Sunrise Mall -- brand-new state-of-the-art facility; large capacity 163 children
- Montessori-based education for ages 2 to 12 in a safe, nurturing, and culturally friendly environment; preschool, daycare, kindergarten, and summer camp
- Owner-operated; Citrus Heights Sentinel covered grand opening October 2025 -- local community engagement from launch
- License 343626279 active; Instagram active (@sunrise.montessori.center) with facility showcase content; Sacramento4kids.com listed
Considerations
- CCLD license 343626279: 2 Type B citations (regulations 101212, 1596.841) and a complaint investigation already filed within the first 4 months of operation (December 2025) -- concerning for a brand-new facility
- No established track record -- licensed only August 11, 2025; insufficient data to assess long-term management quality
- No confirmed Google Maps rating found in research
Safety2
Curriculum7
Art/Music7
Infant care3
K-ready7
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt3
Culture5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
Strengths
- 17 Yelp reviews -- largest review base among Citrus Heights Montessori centers; parents describe it as 'an amazing place' with strong social and academic environment
- Montessori method serving ages 2 through 12: toddler, preschool, Pre-K, kindergarten, and lower elementary classes
- Two-campus organization (Citrus Heights and Fair Oaks); large capacity 102 children; Monday-Friday 7:00 AM -- 6:00 PM
- Long-established community presence; Niche.com listing with parent reviews
Considerations
- State licensing records (CCLD license 343616551) note a number of Type A and Type B citations across inspections between December 2022 and January 2025, along with complaint investigations in 2022, 2023, and 2024; parents may wish to review the current facility record directly.
- 10 Type A citations is a severe regulatory record indicating repeated conditions posing immediate risk to children -- families must read all inspection reports at ccld.dss.ca.gov before any enrollment decision
- No confirmed Google Maps rating found in research; mgmt and safety scores reflect documented citation history
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