Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Citrus Heights. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best Infant Care
Earned the highest infant care score in Citrus Heights. This dimension focuses on caregiver ratios, responsiveness, feeding and sleep routines, and parent feedback specific to infant rooms.
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Angels in Action Learning Center is a locally owned, CCLD-licensed center-based provider at 7998 Old Auburn Rd in Citrus Heights, serving children from 6 weeks through 6 years. Opened in 2003 by Elizabeth Maddy (M.A. in Education, B.A. in Child Development), the center is known for exceptional staff retention—nearly half of teaching staff have been with the program more than 15 years—creating a stable, experienced environment. The hand-on, play-based curriculum emphasizes individual strengths and includes a park-like outdoor learning environment, with inclusive programming that serves children with special needs. Parents value its affordability relative to other Citrus Heights options, while the small capacity of 32 children and Monday-Friday hours (6:30 am–6:30 pm) suit working families; prospective enrollees should verify the current inspection status with CCLD and apply early given likely demand.
Safety5.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care6.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars5.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Hands-on, play-based learning; views all children as active learners with a developmental curriculum described as nurturing, challenging and fun. Emphasizes positive self-concept, cooperation, diversity, character, intellectual curiosity, and social responsibility.
Programs & activities: Infant and toddler child care, preschool, and Pre-K. Sensory exploration activities and a park-like outdoor learning environment.
What sets it apart: Open Monday through Friday, 6:30 am - 6:30 pm. Locally owned and operated by Elizabeth Maddy (M.A. in Education, B.A. in Child Development); staff described as highly trained professionals.
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Best Infant Care
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