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Nature's Lab School

Daycare center in Carmichael, CA. 6201 Winding Way, Carmichael, CA 95608

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Nature's Lab School in Carmichael, CA
AgesPreschool
HoursSee hours below
Tuition from$1,395 a month
Licensed capacity33 children
Citations on fileNone on record
On the register since2020

About the program

Nature's Lab School is a licensed daycare center in Carmichael, California, on the state register since 2020. It is licensed for 33 children and serves preschool ages.

Nature's Lab School is a bilingual, nature-based preschool and kindergarten in Carmichael, California, offering full-day programs for children ages two to six.

The program follows a nature-based, play-based and language immersion approach, offers Spanish and includes meals.

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Tuition and capacity

Age groupFull-time / monthAs published
Toddler$1,490"Full-Day Tuition* 24-48 months old $1490"
Pre-k$1,395"TK 49-60 months old $1395"

Published on the program's website, read September 18, 2026. Weekly and annual rates are converted to a monthly figure. Confirm current rates and fees with the program.

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeDay Care Center · 343623537
Licence statusActive since 2020
Licensed capacity33 children
Inspections on file5
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Last synced September 18, 2026.
Citations on file0Area median for centers: 1
Type A (immediate risk)0147 of 436 centers have at least one
Substantiated complaints05 inspection visits · last visit March 2026

California cites a Type A violation for an immediate risk to the health or safety of children, and a Type B violation for a record-keeping or maintenance item. The state file gives counts, dates and regulation numbers, not the inspector's notes.

What parents say

Life enriching for the whole family. Nat Lab enveloped my son with love and nurtured his growth, particularly his social emotional development. There is a low teacher/child ratio and low turnover among the teachers who are well educated/trained and supported. The school fosters a community experience where families make lasting connections. The unfailing kindness of the place is really something special. My son…

Kate Turner · 5/5 on Google · 2 months ago

Our family has been so grateful to be part of Nature’s Lab School. Our children started here at ages 2 and 4, and I believe these years (preschool and TK) are pivotal for young children. Finding an environment that encourages the values we hold at home was extremely important. We’re excited to stay for the kindergarten expansion this year. From day one, they’ve been excited to go every morning. Both children have…

Cristina Gonzales · 5/5 on Google · 3 months ago

Our youngest is currently attending Nature's Lab School in Carmichael, after our son graduated several years ago. The outdoor +bilingual programming offered by Nature's Lab is unmatched in Sacramento, and educational programs beyond Sacramento come check-out the program Silvia and her staff have created. They offer enrichment through discovery, role playing, engaging activities such as animal life cycles, cooking,…

Ona Alminas · 5/5 on Google · 5 months ago

My son started Natures lab as a “Mariposa” about 2 years ago and he is thriving. I love that the school is primarily outdoors and that they use nature as a teacher. The school also requires parents to participate in conscious discipline courses which offers great tools and skills for parents to help understand and cope with difficult behaviors. The teachers are very caring and nurturing and do a great job sending…

Leila Mlitan · 5/5 on Google · 4 months ago
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Getting there

6201 Winding Way, Carmichael, CA 95608

Questions about Nature's Lab School

Is Nature's Lab School licensed?

Yes. Nature's Lab School holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 343623537), with a licensed capacity of 33 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

Has Nature's Lab School had any inspection violations?

California's public file shows no citations for Nature's Lab School, across 5 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.

What ages does Nature's Lab School take?

Nature's Lab School is licensed to serve preschool ages.

How much does Nature's Lab School cost?

Nature's Lab School publishes full-time tuition from $1,395 to $1,490 a month on its website, read in September 2026. Ask about registration, supply and late pick-up fees.

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