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 Curriculum
Earned the highest curriculum score in Citrus Heights. This dimension evaluates structured learning, developmental programming, and how well daily activities prepare children for each stage.
Best Arts & Music
Earned the highest arts & music score in Citrus Heights. This dimension reflects the depth and consistency of creative programming — visual arts, music, movement, and imaginative play.
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Building Kidz of Citrus Heights is a licensed childcare center on Greenback Lane in northeast Citrus Heights serving children ages 2 through kindergarten entry. Part of the Building Kidz Worldwide network (license 343623893, active since April 2021), the center employs an arts-integrated whole-child curriculum covering emotional, social, cognitive, physical, communication, and academic development—the same pedagogical approach used at the well-reviewed Rancho Cordova Building Kidz campus. Drop-in availability is a significant advantage, as flexible preschool enrollment is rare in the Sacramento metro area. However, CCLD inspection records document Type B citations at every annual inspection from 2022–2025, and a complaint investigation occurred in September 2023; prospective families should review the full inspection details at ccld.dss.ca.gov. The center operates Monday–Friday with a capacity of 40 and does not participate in subsidized care.
Safety5.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music7.0
Infant care3.0
Kindergarten readiness5.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars6.0
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Best Arts & Music
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