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Smallville Preschool

Daycare center in Carmichael, CA. 4706 Arden Way, Carmichael, CA 95608

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Smallville Preschool in Carmichael, CA
AgesPreschool
HoursSee hours below
Tuition fromNot listed
Licensed capacity72 children
Citations on fileNone on record
On the register since2006

About the program

Smallville Preschool is a licensed daycare center in Carmichael, California, on the state register since 2006. It is licensed for 72 children and serves preschool ages.

Smallville Preschool provides full-day and part-time care for children ages two to six in Carmichael, California.

The program follows a play-based approach.

Play-based

Tuition and capacity

Tuition: not listed. Smallville Preschool does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,058 a month.

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeDay Care Center · 343614029
Licence statusActive since 2006
Licensed capacity72 children
Inspections on file4
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 complaints04 inspection visits · last visit July 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

Smallville Preschool has been such a wonderful environment for my son. The teachers are wonderful, he is learning so much and brings home the most wonderful projects. Staff turnover is very low and I appreciate that he can remain at Smallville for TK. The school also has a fabulous outdoor play area with shade, perfect to let my rambunctious son burn some energy. Also, the special activities are fantastic. They do an…

Dani Gabri · 5/5 on Google · 9 months ago

My twin sons started attending Smallville during the summer of 2024 at the age of 3 after we experienced big family life changes and were new to the area. After visiting a few different preschools, this one felt like the perfect environment for my kids especially since they have the best outdoor playground that I've seen which is necessary for my active boys. All of the staff made us feel welcomed and supported…

Nathalie De Oliveira · 5/5 on Google · 10 months ago

My older son started here several months ago after his previous preschool closed suddenly. The staff were very sweet with him with that difficult transition away from his friends and made him feel welcome. His little brother started there shortly after and they both really like it. The teachers are friendly, and especially my older son is really learning - he is a whiz with letters and numbers and is starting to read…

Julie Tarman · 5/5 on Google · a year ago

We absolutely love Smallville! Such supportive and caring teachers, always calm and patient with the kids. My daughter loves going every day, we are so glad we found this preschool!

Rachel Forsberg · 5/5 on Google · 2 years ago
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Getting there

4706 Arden Way, Carmichael, CA 95608

Questions about Smallville Preschool

Is Smallville Preschool licensed?

Yes. Smallville Preschool holds an active Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 343614029), with a licensed capacity of 72 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

Has Smallville Preschool had any inspection violations?

California's public file shows no citations for Smallville Preschool, across 4 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 1. The state record linked above has each visit report.

What ages does Smallville Preschool take?

Smallville Preschool is licensed to serve preschool ages.

How much does Smallville Preschool cost?

Smallville Preschool does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.

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