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31 Daycare Centers in Citrus Heights, California

Browse all 31 daycare centers in Citrus Heights, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Citrus Heights

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1

    7070 Woodmore Oaks Dr, Citrus Heights, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children

    Little Friends Learning Center in Citrus Heights receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring, patient staff, strong educational curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children develop better social skills, vocabulary, and academic knowledge while feeling loved and safe.

    caring and patient staffstrong social skill developmenteducational activitiessmall class sizes
  2. 2
    The Lil' School
    4.4 score
    4.5(19)

    8089 Madison Ave, #11, Citrus Heights, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    The Lil' School in Citrus Heights receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring and communicative staff, enriching activities, and strong developmental focus. Parents highlight the teachers' genuine investment in children's growth, flexible scheduling, quality meals, and engaging special programs. Multiple long-term families report feeling comfortable and satisfied with their children's academic and social progress.

    Caring and attentive staffexcellent communication with parents via app and daily photosengaging activities and field tripsquality meals with on-site chef
  3. 3
    The Lil' School
    4.4 score
    4.5(19)

    8089 Madison Avenue, #11, Citrus Heights, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children

    Parents consistently praise The Lil' School for its caring, communicative staff and engaging enrichment activities. Children show strong academic and social growth while feeling safe, loved, and excited to attend. The facility recently transitioned ownership and management smoothly, with parents noting improved amenities and a child-centered curriculum.

    Caring and attentive teachersexcellent parent-teacher communication with daily photo updatesenriching activities (field tripsmusic
  4. 4
    Countryhill Montessori
    4.12 score
    4.2(7)

    7048 Sunrise Blvd., Citrus Heights, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 102 children

    Country Hill Montessori receives predominantly positive reviews praising the teaching staff, nurturing environment, and child development. However, two negative reviews cite serious concerns including poor communication about child progress, lack of structured learning, and alleged unprofessional behavior and discrimination from staff.

    Caring and attentive teachersstrong focus on child safety and securitychildren develop independence and social skillswelcoming environment

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Citrus Heights based on parent reviews

Little Friends Learning Center

4.8(16)

7070 Woodmore Oaks Dr, Citrus Heights, CA

Little Friends Learning Center in Citrus Heights receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring, patient staff, strong educational curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children develop better social skills, vocabulary, and academic knowledge while feeling loved and safe.

caring and patient staffstrong social skill developmenteducational activities

The Lil' School

4.5(19)

8089 Madison Ave, #11, Citrus Heights, CA

The Lil' School in Citrus Heights receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring and communicative staff, enriching activities, and strong developmental focus. Parents highlight the teachers' genuine investment in children's growth, flexible scheduling, quality meals, and engaging special programs. Multiple long-term families report feeling comfortable and satisfied with their children's academic and social progress.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent communication with parents via app and daily photosengaging activities and field trips

The Lil' School

4.5(19)

8089 Madison Avenue, #11, Citrus Heights, CA

Parents consistently praise The Lil' School for its caring, communicative staff and engaging enrichment activities. Children show strong academic and social growth while feeling safe, loved, and excited to attend. The facility recently transitioned ownership and management smoothly, with parents noting improved amenities and a child-centered curriculum.

Caring and attentive teachersexcellent parent-teacher communication with daily photo updatesenriching activities (field trips

Kids Camp

5(2)

8073 Greenback Lane, Citrus Heights, CA

Citrus Heights Preschool INC.

5(2)

7555 Old Auburn Rd., Citrus Heights, CA

Children'S Choice Learning Center

5(1)

7312 Antelope Rd., Citrus Heights, CA

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Daycare Centers in Citrus Heights, California

There are 31 daycare centers in Citrus Heights, California. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Citrus Heights, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Citrus Heights

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Children'S Choice Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
7312 Antelope Rd., Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 723-6932
Kids Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8073 Greenback Lane, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 735-3165
Citrus Heights Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
7555 Old Auburn Rd., Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 726-1550
Sunrise State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
7322 Sunrise Blvd., Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 971-5220
Little Friends Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Little Friends Learning Center in Citrus Heights receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring, patient staff, strong educational curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children develop better social skills, vocabulary, and academic knowledge while feeling loved and safe.

caring and patient staffstrong social skill developmenteducational activities
Address
7070 Woodmore Oaks Dr, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 726-5758
The Lil' School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The Lil' School in Citrus Heights receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring and communicative staff, enriching activities, and strong developmental focus. Parents highlight the teachers' genuine investment in children's growth, flexible scheduling, quality meals, and engaging special programs. Multiple long-term families report feeling comfortable and satisfied with their children's academic and social progress.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent communication with parents via app and daily photosengaging activities and field trips
Address
8089 Madison Ave, #11, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(520) 456-8234
The Lil' School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise The Lil' School for its caring, communicative staff and engaging enrichment activities. Children show strong academic and social growth while feeling safe, loved, and excited to attend. The facility recently transitioned ownership and management smoothly, with parents noting improved amenities and a child-centered curriculum.

Caring and attentive teachersexcellent parent-teacher communication with daily photo updatesenriching activities (field trips
Address
8089 Madison Avenue, #11, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 962-2137
Countryhill Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Country Hill Montessori receives predominantly positive reviews praising the teaching staff, nurturing environment, and child development. However, two negative reviews cite serious concerns including poor communication about child progress, lack of structured learning, and alleged unprofessional behavior and discrimination from staff.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong focus on child safety and securitychildren develop independence and social skills
Address
7048 Sunrise Blvd., Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 728-2929
Ascension Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
7607 Garden Gate Drive, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 723-8455
San Juan Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4
Address
7413 Wisconsin Drive, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 863-0337
Whispering Oak Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
8085 Oak Avenue, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 722-8118
San Juan Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
7551 Greenback Lane, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 728-3109
Angels In Action Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Angels in Action Learning Center receives exclusively positive feedback from parents and alumni. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff who create a nurturing learning environment where children thrive and form lasting memories. The center is noted for its Montessori approach, strong teacher-child relationships, and genuine commitment to early childhood development.

caring and attentive staffknowledgeable teacherschild-centered learning environment
Address
7998 Old Auburn Rd., Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 723-2633
Arlington Heights Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6401 Trenton Way, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 728-3175
Discovery Tree School-Tad Lane
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7545 Tad Lane, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 726-0661
Holy Family Preschool / Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7817 Old Auburn Road, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 722-4620
Kingswood Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5700 Primrose Drive, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 867-2046
La Petite Academy - Citrus Heights
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise La Petite Academy Citrus Heights for its warm, caring staff and strong educational focus. The facility is noted for excellent communication, live camera access, enrichment activities, and creating a nurturing environment where children thrive. Multiple families have attended for years and would recommend the center to others.

Warm and patient staffinvested teacherslive camera monitoring app
Address
8008 Old Auburn Road, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 723-3094
Lichen Head Start Preschool
Headstart Programs
Address
8319 Lichen Drive, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 728-3230
Mariposa Head Start Preschool
Headstart Programs
Address
7940 Mariposa Avenue, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 971-5212
Skycrest State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5641 Mariposa Avenue, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 867-2103
Kindercare Learning Center - San Juan (Sa)
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare San Juan for its caring, patient staff who treat children with genuine affection. The facility offers structured learning activities, school-like classrooms, enrichment programs, and strong communication with parents. All 10 reviews award 5-star ratings, reflecting high parental satisfaction.

Kind and patient staffstrong communication via app and updateslearning and educational focus
Address
5448 San Juan Avenue, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 961-5599
Kindercare Learning Center - San Juan (Inf)
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents universally praise KinderCare San Juan for exceptional staff care, learning activities, and communication. Families report feeling confident their children are loved and well-cared for in a school-like environment with engaging programming. Multiple parents highlight specific teachers by name and express strong satisfaction across all age groups.

Caring and patient staffengaging activities and field tripsclean facilities
Address
5448 San Juan Avenue, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 961-5599
Kindercare Learning Center - San Juan (Preschool)
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare San Juan for providing excellent care, engaging activities, and a school-like environment with structured classrooms. Staff are described as loving, patient, and professional, with strong communication through a daily app. The facility is noted as clean and welcoming, with extended hours accommodating working parents.

Caring and patient staffengaging summer activities and field tripsschool-structured classrooms
Address
5448 San Juan Avenue, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 961-5599
Kindercare Learning Center - Purslane (Preschool)
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the warm, caring staff and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are happy, comfortable, and well-cared for, with strong communication and diverse activities. One parent expressed concerns about a decline in quality and accountability following a change in leadership.

warm and caring staffaccommodating and patient with transitionsknowledgeable teac
Address
6825 Purslane Way, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 723-9696
Kindercare Learning Center - Purslane (Inf)
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents overwhelmingly praise KinderCare's warm, welcoming staff and quality care, with multiple reviewers noting the facility compares favorably to other local options. Most highlight staff compassion, cleanliness, and positive child experiences. One parent reported a significant decline in management quality and accountability following a director change.

Warm and accommodating staffpatient with transitionsclean facility
Address
6825 Purslane Way, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 723-9696
Kindercare Learning Center - Purslane (Sa)
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents overwhelmingly praise KinderCare's warm, caring staff and welcoming environment. Most highlight excellent teacher-child relationships, cleanliness, and activities. One parent reported a significant decline in quality and accountability following a directorship change, citing poor documentation and dishonesty.

Warm and welcoming staffpatient teachersclean facility
Address
6825 Purslane Way, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 723-9696
Grand Oaks Head Start State Preschool
Headstart Programs
Address
7901 Rosswood Dr, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 971-7375
La Petite Academy Citrus Heights
Child Daycare & Preschools

LA Petite Academy Citrus Heights receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Reviewers praise the warm, caring, and invested staff who provide patient, kind care while fostering children's learning and social development. Parents highlight excellent communication, live camera access, engaging activities/field trips, and strong leadership as key strengths.

Warm and caring staffpatient and kind approachinvested in children's education and development
Address
8008 Old Auburn Rd., Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 723-3094
Holy Family Preschool And Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7817 Old Auburn Road, Citrus Heights, CA
Phone
(916) 722-4620

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Frequently asked questions

There are 31 all daycares in Citrus Heights, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Citrus Heights, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with California's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in California)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Citrus Heights offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 27 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in California typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Citrus Heights for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Citrus Heights must be licensed by California's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.