A Chico family preschool · Established & locally owned
Where children learn,
grow & thrive.
Trusted by Chico families for nurturing childcare, preschool education, and meaningful early childhood development.
Licensed Childcare Center
Play-based Learning
Clean & Safe Environment
Serving Chico Family
WHY PARENTS CHOOSE US
A childcare home, not a corporate chain.
Six things Chico families tell us make Creative Scholars different
Hands-On Owner
Nikki is on-site daily, knows every child by name, and is personally involve in their day.
Safe Learning Environment
A licensed, clean, secure space designed with your child's wellbeing first.
Play-Based Education
Curiosity-led that develops the whole child through meaningful play.
Small Group Attention
Lower ratios so every child is seen, supported and celebrated each day.
Strong Parent Communication
Daily updates, real conversations , and a partnership that puts you in the loop.
Kindergarten Readiness
Confident, curious learners prepared academically, socially and emotionally.
A MESSAGE FROM NIKKI
"I built Creative Scholars for
my own family, and yours."
I started Creative Scholars Academy because I believe every child deserves a place where they feel safe, known, and genuinely loved. As a mother and educator, I wanted to create the kind of preschool I would trust with my own children.
I am here every day — greeting families at the door, watching little breakthroughs happen, and making sure every child gets the personal attention they deserve. This is more than a business to me; it is our extended family.
OUR PROGRAMS
A program for every stage.
Each classroom is designed around what children need most at their age from the first months of life through kindergarten readiness.
DEVELOPMENT & CURRICULUM
Developing the whole child.
Our Curriculum nurtures the four foundation of early childhood growth
Cognitive
Development
01
Curiosity, problem-solving, and early thinking skills developed through guided exploration.
Language
Development
02
Vocabulary, conversation, storytelling, and pre-literacy woven into every part of the day.
Physical
Development
03
Fine and gross motor skills supported through movement, outdoor play, and hands-on materials.
Social Emotional Development
04
Empathy, friendship, self-regulation, and confidence the foundation for lifelong learning.
PARENTS TRUST US
Loved by Chico families.
"Nikki and her team treat my daughter like their own. The personal care is unmatched in Chico."
— Sarah M.
"Our son is thriving. The communication with parents is the best we've experienced."
— David & Rachel L.
5.0 on Google Reviews
"A clean, calm, loving environment. We feel so lucky to have found Creative Scholars."
— Megan T.
INSIDE OUR SCHOOL
Come experience Creative Scholars in person.
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Tell us about your family.
BEGIN ENROLLMENT
Share a few details and we'll reach out to schedule your visit. A phone number helps us confirm your tour the same day.
Chico, California
(530) 555-0123
Meet Nikki and the lead teachers
Tour every classrooms and outspace door
Talk through your child's needs.
Explore the right program together.
VISIT US
Come experience Creative
Scholars in person.
The best way to know if a school is right for your family is to walk through the door. On your tour, you will meet Nikki, see our classrooms, ask every questions you have and explore each of our programs.
PROUDLY LOCAL
Serving Chico families since day one.
Creative Scholars Academy is a locally owned preschool in Chico, California offering trusted infant care, toddler programs, preschool, and Pre-K. Families across Chico choose us for our small group sizes, hands-on owner involvement, and a learning environment built on warmth, safety, and play.
From early childhood education to kindergarten readiness, we partner with Chico parents to help every child grow with confidence — at every stage, every day.