By Sara Beth Williams–
A local preschool that served Citrus Heights for over 40 years has closed, according to the preschool’s website.
Ascension Christian Preschool, which operated out of Ascension Lutheran Church at 7607 Garden Gate Drive in Citrus Heights, once operated a preschool that offered classes for children from two years and nine months through five years old, including a transitional kindergarten program.
Ascension’s website is no longer active except for a single landing page that displays a message that reads, “Ascension Christian Preschool has closed as of August 8, 2025. Thank you for letting us be part of the community for 43 years.”
Business ratings website Yelp also reported that the preschool had closed. A phone number for the business was no longer operational.
The preschool had a 4-star rating on Google and a 5-star rating on Yelp. Reviewers said many of the staff had worked at the preschool for over a decade and that the prices for childcare were very affordable.
Ascension preschool also held Trunk or Treat events for several years for the local community, as well as special events for Thanksgiving and Christmas for its children and families under its care.
A receptionist at Ascension Lutheran Church confirmed Tuesday that the preschool had closed permanently due to low enrollment. The receptionist declined to comment further.
