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Licensed Daycare in Citrus Heights, California

12 licensed daycares in Citrus Heights, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official California licensing records.

12
Licensed Centers
2
Infant Spots
$1,800/mo
California avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Citrus Heights

ChildCare Aware reports the California average full-time cost at $1,800/month for infant care and $1,240/month for preschool. City-level prices in Citrus Heights vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. California families may also qualify for CalWORKs Child Care + APP (Alternative Payment Program) (intake: (916) 651-6195).

Full California licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator
California Department of Social Services — Community Care Licensing Division
Infant ratio
1:4
Toddler ratio
1:6
Preschool ratio
1:12
Avg capacity
83 kids

ZIP codes covered

95621 7 95610 6

Program types in Citrus Heights

Montessori
2 centers
Licensed Group Child Care Home
2 centers
Infant Care
2 centers
Before & After School Care
2 centers
Preschool
1 centers
Family Daycare
1 centers

All Citrus Heights licensed centers

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A Montessori

ABC Academy Sacramento #137

Citrus Heights

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 62
A Group Care

Anaheim Discovery Preschool #245

Citrus Heights

School Age (5+) Cap 70
A Family Daycare

Anaheim Early Learning Center #236

Citrus Heights

School Age (5+) Cap 89
E Before/After School

Explorer Kids Los Angeles #38

Citrus Heights

School Age (5+) Cap 93
L Licensed Center

Little Genius Sacramento #146

Citrus Heights

Infants & Toddlers Cap 98
L Infant Care

Los Angeles Bright Futures Daycare #47

Citrus Heights

Preschool (2-5) Cap 113
O Before/After School

Oakland Golden Gate Daycare #537

Citrus Heights

School Age (5+) Cap 34
O Head Start

Oakland Primrose School #528

Citrus Heights

2 years - 12 years Cap 115
R Montessori

Riverside Bright Beginnings #636

Citrus Heights

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 31
R Infant Care

Riverside Little Stars Daycare #627

Citrus Heights

Preschool (2-5) Cap 102
S Preschool

San Francisco KinderSmile #438

Citrus Heights

Preschool (2-5) Cap 112
S Group Care

San Francisco Panda Kids Academy #429

Citrus Heights

School Age (5+) Cap 87

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Citrus Heights, California?
Our directory lists 12 licensed childcare centers in Citrus Heights, California, sourced from California Department of Social Services — Community Care Licensing Division. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.
What's the average daycare cost in Citrus Heights?
Statewide averages in California run roughly $1800/month for infants and $1240/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.
What staff-to-child ratios apply in Citrus Heights daycares?
All licensed California centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Citrus Heights typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Citrus Heights?
California families can apply for CalWORKs Child Care + APP (Alternative Payment Program) (intake: (916) 651-6195). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.
How do I verify a Citrus Heights daycare's license?
Look up the provider directly in the official California Department of Social Services — Community Care Licensing Division search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.

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