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American River College Children's Center

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Ages
Infants (0–2 yrs)
Teacher ratio
1:4 (CA min)

4700 College Oak Drive, Sacramento, CA 95841

Visit website ↗(916) 484-8651Directions ↗Licensed for 15
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
5/13/2025
Total visits
4

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

American River College operates a Child Development Center providing education and care for young children while serving as a laboratory for students preparing to become teachers in early childhood education. The center serves student-parents, Los Rios Community College District staff, and the community at large.

Philosophy
Child-initiated curriculum respecting children as unique, competent, and creative individuals. Teachers serve as intentional facilitators and co-learners. Families are partners and experts on their children, with an open-door policy. Commitment to anti-bias and culturally responsive practices.

Programs

  • •Child care and education programs
  • •Student teaching laboratory for early childhood education students
  • •Opportunities for students in nursing, child development, nutrition, American Sign Language, and psychology

Highlights

  • ✓Play spaces designed to engage developing minds and bodies
  • ✓Rich curriculum with child-initiated exploration and problem-solving
  • ✓Exceptional adult-child ratio with student involvement
  • ✓Family workshops and gatherings offered each semester

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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