Merryhill Preschool, located off San Juan Rd. between El Centro Rd.
and Duckhorn Dr., serves children from 6 weeks through Pre-K.
We offer more than just daycare, we provide a nurturing environment where structured play and learning help children explore and develop to their fullest potential.
Proudly serving the Natomas, North Natomas, Sacramento, Heritage Park, Point West, West Sacramento, and Woodland communities and beyond, our NAEYC-accredited program ensures a safe and fun start to a lifetime of learning.
Schedule a tour today to experience our exceptional preschool education!.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
2009
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- We believe that preschool is more than just learning isolated lessons. Our Links to Learning curriculum "links" multiple activities together, tailored to each child's interests. Does your child like playing with blocks? Our teachers may ask her to build a tower while naming the colors and counting the blocks linking language, math, and fine motor skills! Your child will build confidence, gain life skills, and have fun while they learn. We are more than a daycare. We provide a space for your child to thrive. Our child care program has six stages designed for children from 6 weeks to 5 years, giving the right support at each age. From babies discovering their world to 4-year-olds learning to read, we help them at every step.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Merryhill School - Natomas - Karitsa Ave.?
The application deadline for Merryhill School - Natomas - Karitsa Ave. is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to Merryhill School - Natomas - Karitsa Ave. is READ Academy of Sacramento (1.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Jie Ping Academy (1.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Natomas KinderCare (1.5 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Natomas KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
4301 E Commerce Way
Sacramento, CA 95834
(279) 226-4699
Sacramento, CA 95834
(279) 226-4699
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Little Blossom Montessori School
Montessori School
2075 Arena Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 515-0550
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 515-0550
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 61 students Tuition listed
Jie Ping Academy
Special Program Emphasis
1921 Arena Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916) 416-4828
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916) 416-4828
1.8 miles
Gr: K-1 | 30 students
READ Academy of Sacramento ![READ Academy of Sacramento Photo]( "READ Academy of Sacramento Photo")
Special Education School
2565 Millcreek Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 258-2080
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 258-2080
1.9 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 78 students Avg. class size: 4 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Peace Lutheran ECEC ![Peace Lutheran ECEC Photo]( "Peace Lutheran ECEC Photo")
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
924 San Juan Road
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 927-4060
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 927-4060
2.3 miles
Gr: NS | 59 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
READ Academy of Sacramento ![READ Academy of Sacramento Photo]( "READ Academy of Sacramento Photo")
Special Education School
2565 Millcreek Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 258-2080
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 258-2080
1.9 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 78 students Avg. class size: 4 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bryte Christian Academy
(Baptist)
1000 Sacramento Ave
West Sacramento, CA 95605
(916) 233-2503
West Sacramento, CA 95605
(916) 233-2503
2.6 miles
Gr: K-9 | 87 students
1029 W Capitol Ave
West Sacramento, CA 95691
(916) 374-8234
West Sacramento, CA 95691
(916) 374-8234
3.2 miles
Gr: 6-11 | 11 students
Rivercity Christian Academy
(Christian)
1205 Merkley Ave
West Sacramento, CA 95691
(916) 373-0636
West Sacramento, CA 95691
(916) 373-0636
3.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 21 students
Capital Innovations Academy
Special Program Emphasis
Po Box 1458
Citrus Heights, CA 95611
(530) 400-7619
Citrus Heights, CA 95611
(530) 400-7619
4.9 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 27 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Jie Ping Academy
Special Program Emphasis
1921 Arena Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916) 416-4828
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916) 416-4828
1.8 miles
Gr: K-1 | 30 students
READ Academy of Sacramento ![READ Academy of Sacramento Photo]( "READ Academy of Sacramento Photo")
Special Education School
2565 Millcreek Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 258-2080
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 258-2080
1.9 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 78 students Avg. class size: 4 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bryte Christian Academy
(Baptist)
1000 Sacramento Ave
West Sacramento, CA 95605
(916) 233-2503
West Sacramento, CA 95605
(916) 233-2503
2.6 miles
Gr: K-9 | 87 students
Dar-ul-madinah
(Islamic)
4110 N Fwy Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 779-2109
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 779-2109
2.8 miles
Gr: 1-2 | 28 students
1029 W Capitol Ave
West Sacramento, CA 95691
(916) 374-8234
West Sacramento, CA 95691
(916) 374-8234
3.2 miles
Gr: 6-11 | 11 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Natomas KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
4301 E Commerce Way
Sacramento, CA 95834
(279) 226-4699
Sacramento, CA 95834
(279) 226-4699
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Little Blossom Montessori School
Montessori School
2075 Arena Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 515-0550
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 515-0550
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 61 students Tuition listed
Peace Lutheran ECEC ![Peace Lutheran ECEC Photo]( "Peace Lutheran ECEC Photo")
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
924 San Juan Road
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 927-4060
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 927-4060
2.3 miles
Gr: NS | 59 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
KinderCare Learning Center at Waterfront Place
Daycare / Preschool
200 Waterfront Pl
West Sacramento, CA 95605
(530) 480-7230
West Sacramento, CA 95605
(530) 480-7230
3 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Merryhill School - Natomas - Danbrook Dr. ![Merryhill School - Natomas - Danbrook Dr. Photo]( "Merryhill School - Natomas - Danbrook Dr. Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
1901 Danbrook Dr
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916) 241-8468
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916) 241-8468
3.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 37% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3790 Poppy Hill Way
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5620
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5620
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 621 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
(Math: 12% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Pebblewood
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 567-5580
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 567-5580
1.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 735 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2950 West River Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 567-5560
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 567-5560
1.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 755 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
(Math: 38% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3201 West River Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 567-5520
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 567-5520
1.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 612 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
(Math: 6% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2775 Millcreek Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 567-5600
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 567-5600
1.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 491 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
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