Ages 2–5

Best Preschools in Rocklin

Top 20 licensed programs serving children ages 2–5, ranked by compliance record, parent reviews, and capacity.

22 preschool-capable facilities

0 top rated

95% clean record

Typical tuition

Average monthly cost in Placer County

2022 median

$1,944

/ month

infant

$1,284

/ month

toddler

$1,007

/ month

preschool

Median cost at licensed child care centers. Licensed family child care homes typically cost 20-30% less (infant care around $718/month).

Rocklin has 22 licensed childcare providers serving preschool-age children (2–5), combining Child Care Centers and qualifying Family Child Care Homes. California caps preschool ratios at 1:12 (one caregiver per twelve kids). This guide ranks the top 20 by inspection record, parent reviews, and licensed capacity.

95% of the ranked programs have a clean inspection record with zero citations on file. Each facility's page shows the full inspection and complaint history so you can dig deeper before scheduling a tour.

Programs vary widely in philosophy — Montessori, Reggio Emilia, play-based, and academic models are all represented. Click any listing to see the teaching style (when the owner has published it), tuition ranges, and the latest CCLD inspection summary.

Top 20 Preschools in Rocklin

Ashly Henderson

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Rocklin

Capacity: 14 Est. preschool tuition: $950 – $1,300/mo

Catalyst Kids - Rock Creek

Excellent

Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 24 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

Catalyst Kids - Rocklin

Excellent

Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 24 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

Catalyst Kids - Sunset Ranch

Excellent

Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 24 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

Destiny Christian Pre-school

Excellent

Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 120 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

Holy Cross Lutheran Preschool

Excellent

Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 126 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

Kids Park

Excellent

Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 15 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

Knowledge Tree Children's Academy

Excellent

Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 116 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

Maria Montessori Charter Academy - Preschool

Excellent

Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 32 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

Meadow View Montessori

Excellent

Single Licensed Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 24 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

Pacific Oaks Preschool

Excellent

Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 51 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

Sierra College Rocklin State Preschool

Excellent

Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 24 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

Star Gateway Ra

Excellent

Single Licensed Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 120 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

Rocklin Ranch Montessori

Excellent

Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 50 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

Cadence Education Llc - Theona

Excellent

Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 170 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

Kindercare Learning Center - Marlee (ps)

Excellent

Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 68 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

Rocklin Montessori

Excellent

Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 30 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

La Petite Academy - Rocklin

Excellent

Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 102 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

Merryhill School - Rocklin

Excellent

Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 156 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

The (ps) Goddard School

Good

Child Care Center · Rocklin

Capacity: 132 Est. preschool tuition: $850 – $1,200/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed preschools are in Rocklin?

Rocklin has 22 licensed childcare programs that serve preschool-age children (ages 2–5). This includes dedicated preschool centers and family child care homes whose licenses cover this age group.

What's the difference between a preschool and a daycare center?

In California licensing terminology the two overlap significantly — most "preschools" are licensed as Child Care Centers that happen to serve children ages 2–5 with a structured curriculum. Dedicated preschool programs tend to emphasize school readiness, early literacy, and social-emotional development.

How much does preschool cost in Rocklin?

Typical monthly tuition for a preschool program in Placer County is about $1,026 at a center and $1,130 at a family child care home (based on 2022 benchmark data). Part-day and half-day programs cost less.

What should I look for when choosing a preschool?

Look for a published curriculum or teaching philosophy, low teacher turnover, outdoor play space, a clean inspection history on the facility's page, and caregivers who engage warmly with children during your tour. Ask about ratio (state maximum is 1:12 for preschoolers), transition plans to kindergarten, and how behavior and conflict are handled.