Preschool in Sacramento area

Choosing the best preschool for your child can be overwhelming. Preschool provides kids with the skills and independence necessary for long-term academic success, so the decision should not be taken lightly. To get started, parents should identify the things that are most important to their family. From there, they can look for programs that meet or exceed their specific requirements.

Common factors to consider include:

• Location
• Cost
• Hours of operation
• Teaching philosophies
• Curriculum & Activities
• Alignment with educational goals

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Sacramento area parents are fortunate to have hundreds of options! The types of programs available in our region are as diverse as the families they serve:

Public Preschool Programs

Preschool programs associated with public schools campuses offer the location, low-cost and educational structure sought by many families.

Sacramento City Unified School District offers a robust preschool network with options to fit a variety of family needs. In this district alone, there are 44 Head Start programs which serve thousands of young students each year.

The San Juan Unified School District is also home to numerous on-campus Head Start programs offering preschool programs to hundreds of families within their district boundaries.

Elk Grove Unified School District also offers a wide variety of preschool options through their public programs which supports school readiness for children living in the district.

Private Preschool Programs

Preschool is often the first experience a child has within a structured learning environment. Many parents opt for private programs because of small class sizes, opportunities for parent involvement and rigorous academics.

One of the largest networks of preschool programs in the region is offered through KinderCare Learning Centers. Campuses can be found throughout the area, including 17 locations serving families in El Dorado Hills, Rocklin, Granite Bay, Folsom, Roseville, Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Rancho Cordova and Sacramento.

Childtime Learning Centers is also a popular private option. Their centers include 8 campuses throughout the region, serving families in Sacramento, Elk Grove, Gold River, Roseville, Rocklin, Folsom, and Citrus Heights.

Merryhill School is another respected option, with 12 campuses offering preschool programs in the communities of Sacramento, Davis, Elk Grove, Roseville and Rocklin.

With three locations in downtown Sacramento, Discovery Tree Learning Centers  also offers preschool in self-directed student environments with opportunities for indoor/outdoor learning.

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Other Preschool Programs

With countless preschool programs, Sacramento area parents seeking independent learning environments for their preschoolers have a wide variety of specialized programs from which to choose.

Roseville Community Preschool  offers parent-involved instruction which allows kids to grow physically, intellectually and emotionally through curriculum focused on art, science, language, and music.

Parents seeking programs that focus more on natural interests will find numerous Montessori academies throughout our region. These include Folsom Lake Montessori Academy in Folsom, Woodcreek Montessori School in Roseville, Country Hill Montessori in Citrus Heights, Little Blossom Montessori School in Natomas as well as Sacramento Montessori School and Montessori in the City, both in Sacramento.

Faith-based alternatives are also plentiful in the area. These programs include Calvary Christian School in Sacramento, Adventure Christian School in Roseville, River City Christian School in Folsom and Shining Stars School in Elk Grove.

Regardless of the type of program they choose for their child, Sacramento offers parents a wonderful assortment of programs. Armed with a well-defined list of priorities and requirements for their young students, parents are sure to find a program to provide their children with the skills and opportunities necessary to ensure success in elementary school and beyond.

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For a complete digest of Sacramento preschools, please visit our comprehensive listing of area programs.