L'Academy Language Immersion Preschool & Infant Daycare Center - SF Nob Hill
Closed today Next open Mon 8:00 AM
Description provided by the business.At L'Academy in Nob Hill, San Francisco, we nurture every child with compassion, curiosity, and a love of language. We offer full-time, year-round preschool and daycare for children ages 12 months to 6 years. Our Mandarin immersion program builds early language skills alongside English readiness, through a play-based curriculum inspired by Montessori and Reggio Emilia principles. With experienced bilingual teachers, low student-teacher ratios, and nutritious meals included, we support San Francisco families with dependable, nurturing care.
Openings Now
Now scheduling tours with limited openings available across our infant, toddler, preschool and Pre-K programs. Rolling admissions offered based on availability.
Location Info
1868 Van Ness Ave
San Francisco, CA 94109
(Washington St)
| Monday | 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Military Assistance
- Offers Military Subsidies/Benefits
Financial Aid
- Free Meals
- Sibling Discount
- Subsidies & Vouchers
Languages Spoken
- English
- Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese)
Location Details
- Staff can administer medication.
- Staff are CPR certified.
- Staff are first aid certified.
- Health screenings are available at this location.
- Program includes field trips.
- Meals are provided.
- No religious affiliation.
Programs Offered
Infant Program
Toddler Program
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English, Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese)
Description
Our high-quality toddler program helps your child learn and grow in a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment. Our Two’s program encourages independence and social skills. We work in partnership with families to create flexible daily routines and support potty training when your child is ready.
Education Types
- Blended Curriculum
- Bilingual
- Emergent
- Language Immersion
- Mixed Age
- Montessori
- Play-Based
- Project-Based
- Reggio Emilia
Preschool Program
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese), English
Description
L’Academy’s preschool program nurtures whole-child development through hands-on, play-based learning inspired by Reggio Emilia and Montessori. In mixed-age classrooms, children build confidence, collaboration, and critical thinking while developing bilingual skills in Mandarin and English readiness.
Education Types
- Bilingual
- Language Immersion
- Mixed Age
- Academic-Based
- Blended Curriculum
- Emergent
- Montessori
- Play-Based
- Project-Based
- Reggio Emilia
Pre-K / TK Program
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English, Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese)
Description
L’Academy’s Pre-K / TK program prepares children for kindergarten with a focus on early literacy, math, and independence. Through structured lessons and leadership opportunities, children build confidence, problem-solving skills, and readiness for the next stage of learning.
Education Types
- Academic-Based
- Arts-Based
- Blended Curriculum
- Bilingual
- Emergent
- Language Immersion
- Mixed Age
- Montessori
- Play-Based
- Project-Based
- Reggio Emilia
Licensing
L'Academy Language Immersion Preschool & Infant Daycare Center - SF Nob Hill is a licensed child care center.
Type
Licensed Child Care Center
Identifier
384004192
Capacity
26
Issued
02/20
Type
Licensed Child Care Center
Identifier
384004510
Capacity
8
Issued
11/21
Parent Reviews
Best pre-school ever! Our daughter was what we called a "Pandemic baby", meaning she had no social interactions with other people or children for that matter. Therefore she was always a bit scared and pretty much shy all the time. After trying other schools, L'Academy was the only place that was able to make her blossom and help her through this though time. We loved everything, from the concept, the school and especially the teachers! They are wonderful people that gave our little one a great place to go each day, interact with other children and learn a lot each day. They are really flexible in term of dietary restriction and have great options each day. I must for us was Mandarin emersion and they fully delivered! Thank you L'Academy and all its wonderful teachers!