Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Woodland. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best K-Ready
Earned the highest kindergarten-readiness score in Woodland. This dimension reflects pre-literacy, pre-math, and school-readiness preparation reported by parents and visible in the curriculum.
Best Management
Earned the highest management score in Woodland. This dimension reflects director responsiveness, communication, operational consistency, and the overall tone families experience from leadership.
Full Ranking Detail
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Catalyst Kids -- Gibson is a CCLD-licensed child care facility at 312 Gibson Rd in Woodland, California, operated by the well-established Catalyst Kids nonprofit since 2009. With a perfect compliance record across three consecutive state inspections from January 2024 through February 2026—zero citations—and California subsidized child care accepted, it stands out for both regulatory rigor and access to families who qualify for subsidies. The center offers before and after school programs with structured enrichment including homework support, STEM clubs, and creative arts, serving school-age children during weekday hours (7:00 am–6:00 pm). Capacity is 24 under license 573615663 (with a larger dual-licensed location on campus); direct confirmation is advised for preschool-age availability, as the program focus emphasizes school-age enrichment.
Safety6.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care4.0
Kindergarten readiness5.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management7.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars5.0
Programs & curriculum
Programs & activities: Part-Day Preschool; TK & Kindergarten Enrichment; Before & After School care; and Camps.
What sets it apart: Operating hours 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Subsidized programs and scholarship programs available. License numbers 573615663 and 573600620. Listed as a new center opening soon in Woodland, CA.
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Best Management
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