Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Rocklin. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best for Safety
Earned the highest safety score in Rocklin. Our safety dimension weighs inspection history, deficiency records, and parent-reported safety culture across reviews.
Best Teachers
Earned the highest teacher quality score in Rocklin. This dimension weighs staff tenure, qualifications, warmth reported in parent reviews, and consistency of care across classrooms.
Best Curriculum
Earned the highest curriculum score in Rocklin. 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 Rocklin. This dimension reflects the depth and consistency of creative programming — visual arts, music, movement, and imaginative play.
Best Extracurriculars
Earned the highest extracurricular score in Rocklin. This dimension covers enrichment programs — languages, STEM, yoga, cooking, field trips, and other activities beyond the core curriculum.
Full Ranking Detail
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Merryhill School -- Rocklin is a state-licensed center-based provider at 5893 Stanford Ranch Rd in Rocklin, California, serving infants from 6 weeks through Pre-K with a capacity of 156 children. Part of the Merryhill national network, the center operates Monday–Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM—the latest closing time among Rocklin centers—and uses the proprietary Links to Learning curriculum with hands-on learning centers across literacy, math, science, and social skills. Parent reviews on Yelp and Facebook highlight teachers who "go above and beyond" and praise the Links 2 Home daily update app; the center was recognized as one of 2024's Best Schools in America by Roseville Patch. However, CCLD license 313623338 carries one Type A citation and one Type B citation across inspections (2021–2025), along with three complaint investigations (August 2024, November 2023, and November 2024), which prospective families should review in detail at ccld.dss.ca.gov before enrollment.
Safety6.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care6.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality8.0
Compassion7.0
Management6.0
Culture7.0
Extracurriculars7.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Uses the Links to Learning preschool curriculum emphasizing literacy, math, art, science, and social skills. Personalized to each child's interests, learning styles, and abilities, balancing academics with social and emotional skills.
Programs & activities: Programs by age from infants (6 weeks) through Pre-K: Infants, Toddlers, Beginners (2-3), Intermediates (3-4), and Pre-K. Enrichment includes Amazing Athletes sessions.
What sets it apart: Open Monday-Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Emphasizes a safe and nurturing environment, well-trained teachers with ongoing professional development, and a family partnership model. License numbers 313623389 and 313623338. Tuition, ratios, and meals not stated.
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