Best Preschools in San Francisco, CA

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1700 Montgomery St # 100 Northern Waterfront
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The Goddard School of San Francisco – Northern Waterfront is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. We offer a range of programs including preschool, toddler care,...

Bridge Classroom

2 yr 6 mo–3 yr 6 mo
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Children in the Bridge classroom are strengthening their self-care skills, growing in their independence and enhancing the skills they need to be successful in a preschool classroom. The Bridge classroom is a purposeful year of preschool prep designed for children with birthdays later in the year or children who may need more time to strengthen self-care skills or social-emotional development. In this classroom, our Wonder of Learning™ education program supports children's independence as they continue to build skills necessary for handwriting and drawing with increased intentionality, learn foundational math concepts and build strong vocabularies.

Preschool Classroom

3 yr–3 yr 11 mo
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In our Preschool classroom, children start their journeys into a cooperative learning environment where they can discover interests and learn in a more structured setting. At The Goddard School®, we recognize that classrooms are made up of many unique children and teachers work to create engaging, innovative, play-based lessons with the interests and needs of every child in mind. Through the power of asking a question, your child will learn how to seek answers and advocate for themselves in the classroom. The Wonder of Learning™ curriculum takes your child's natural curiosity and encourages them to ask even more questions because asking questions fuels learning. When children want to know something, they learn faster and learning becomes an understanding that lasts a lifetime.

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Ashbury Heights
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Jewish preschool program offering a curriculum that encourages learning through play. Teachers provide children with the tools necessary to build confidence, kindness, innovation, critical thinking,...

We loved our time at Cole Valley Gan. It is an incredibly thoughtful, intentional program, and it’s clear how deeply the teachers care about the children as whole humans. My son's teacher, Elishev…

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50 Fell St Civic Center
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Mission Montessori in San Francisco provides a warm, authentic Montessori environment where children feel known, supported, and inspired to learn. Through hands-on Montessori experiences, children...

El ambiente tan agradable y la educación que día tras día le dan a todos sus estudiantes

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Crocker-Amazon
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We offer a creative early childhood curriculum using nature play to support various educational activities for children. We connect children to nature through gardening, sand and mud play, building...

Lucy and Bright Star was a gem for our son and our first experience with a daycare! He started at 9 months and from the start Lucy showed care and attention to his health, development and happiness…

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139 Miramar Ave Ingleside
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Preschool follows Dr. Maria Montessori’s comprehensive approach to early education. Program is based on the principle that every child can learn in an environment that is both engaging as well as...

Both of our kids have been at Growing Minds Montessori since they were two, and our son just graduated from the program. After all these years, I can honestly say Ms. Donna Pineda is one of the most …

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Excelsior
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Athens Playschool is an excellent place for your child to grow and explore. We provide high-quality childcare for children from zero to five years old. Our Athens Playschool believes that every day is...

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Ingleside Terraces
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Year round, preschool program that offers a play & project based curriculum that encourages school readiness and cultivates a life-long love of learning. Developmentally appropriate environment...

Our experience at Hearts & Minds Pre-K has been absolutely wonderful. What truly stands out is the beautiful and consistent emphasis on social-emotional learning from all the teachers. They are warm …

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Central Richmond
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At our home daycare, we create a warm, loving, and safe environment where children are cared for with patience, kindness, and attention. We believe every child deserves to feel comfortable, secure,...

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3155 Vicente Street Parkside
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At Starlight, we believe learning should be joyful, meaningful, and engaging. Through purposeful play, interactive experiences, and caring relationships, children are encouraged to explore, discover,...

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3155 Vicente St Parkside
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At Starlight, we believe learning should be joyful, meaningful, and engaging. Through purposeful play, interactive experiences, and caring relationships, children are encouraged to explore, discover,...

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Outer Sunset
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Home-based preschool with a traditional Montessori-style curriculum. Two educational programs are available: early preschool for children under 3, and kindergarten prep for 3 to 6 year olds. Daily...

Our son started at LWM "little school" when he was 3 years old. He loved every day there. Mr Michael and the teachers make learning fun with crafts, art, sensory, and outdoor play, and gardening. Mon…

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Outer Richmond
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Rimma's Day Care is a licensed home-based daycare provider in the Outer Richmond district of San Francisco. The daycare operates in a residential setting.

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Inner Richmond
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Creative Valley program provides a home-feeling atmosphere to enrich children’s learning as well as to help children explore new, exciting learning experiences. CV believes that every child is unique...

We are very lucky to have found Mrs. Joie at Creative Valley. She is very professional with her skills and experiences, and you can immediately see how much the kids love and trust her. As a parent, …

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1 Miley St Cow Hollow
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Spanish immersion preschool program for toddler and preschool-age children operating as small neighborhood campuses throughout the Bay Area. Teachers provide early childhood education in a multi-age,...

10 STARS. As a first-time mom, I truly had no idea what to expect from a preschool program — and Hola Kids completely exceeded all my expectations. The program behind it is incredibly strong and thou…

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Outer Mission
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Warm, play-based daycare with a small group setting where each child is cared for as an individual. Led by a teacher with 19 years of early childhood experience. We support social-emotional growth,...

My son has been attending Happy Raindrops Daycare since they opened (he was almost 8 months old and is now almost 2 years). We are so happy and feel lucky that he is able to attend full time with suc…

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Ingleside
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We are a bilingual daycare (Cantonese and/or Mandarin and English), play-based education, and child focus. We offer free breakfast, lunch, PM snack (fruits), and dinner. We offer learning about ABCs,...

My daughter started at Tater Tots right after her 1st birthday and we love it! Aimee is so attentive and caring, our daughter has thrived since starting up. We receive photos throughout the day of al…

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Outer Mission
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Happy Panda is a large family child care with CPR & First Aid certified teachers and experienced caregivers in early childhood education. For classroom and outdoor activities, Happy Panda has its full...

Without exaggeration, Happy Panda is my dream daycare. If I had known how incredible it would be, I would have spared myself the time visiting other daycares, including the commercial ones. My son ha…

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Inner Sunset
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Home-based English and Russian bilingual daycare in the Inner Sunset. Program utilizes a holistic approach with educational activities that foster social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth....

My son has been going to Ella's for about 14 months. (As I am writing this, it is his last week as he is moving on to pre-K.) I was super worried about leaving my son with someone I didn't know, so d…

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Oceanview
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A bilingual English & Mandarin childcare in the Oceanview neighborhood. Our Early Childhood Education (ECE) pedagogies are grounded in the Program for Infant and Toddler Care (PITC) and the Creative...

我的女儿Trinity2岁在这里,在幼儿园里,她学会了自己吃饭、整理玩具、与小朋友分享,也学会了表达自己的想法、懂得礼貌和关心别人。最重要的是,她变得越来越独立、自信,也越来越喜欢学习和探索。” * 🌷 感谢老师一直以来的耐心陪伴和用心教导,让孩子在快乐中学习,在爱中成长。

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West Portal
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Step by Step CC & Preschool is where every child is known, celebrated, and prepared to thrive. We focus on developing the social, emotional, and academic foundations essential for school success and...

We are so incredibly grateful for this daycare and the wonderful teachers and staff who cared for our son from ages 1 to 4. Over the last three years, it truly became a second home for him and a seco…

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Presidio Terrace
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Nature Kidz Preschool is an outdoors-only or forest preschool program. With nature as our classroom, we build our student's focus, curiosity, and intuition as we encounter The Presidio's natural...

Our 5yo recently graduated from Nature Kidz after attending for the last 2 years (transitioned from Pac Heights Kidz - their sister school). When we were considering transitioning him from Pac Height…

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2358 24th Ave Parkside
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Preschool program offers full curriculum of Dr. Maria Montessori's philosophy and principles of education for older toddlers and school-age children up to age 6. Activities encourage curiosity,...

Rainbow Montessori brought back hope to my child who was overwhelmed by a TK program. Candace taught social-emotional and conflict resolution skills - beyond a simple 'be kind' message. She teaches…

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3435 Geary Blvd Inner Richmond
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Chinese immersion preschool center located in the heart of the Inner Richmond District. Program offers developmentally based Mandarin immersion preschool while providing children with an educational...

Our twins have been at RA for three magical years. It has been a joyful, nurturing place for our family and we feel incredibly grateful that our children got to spend their preschool years here. We r…

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Little Russia
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Child care center offering care and early learning to infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Program goal is to provide a safe and healthy environment for children to learn. Outdoor activities...

My son started at FeiFei when he was 4 months old and from day one it was a fabulous experience for him and our family. My son thrived there under their care! Feifei makes every child her number 1 pr…

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Parkmerced
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Home-based daycare and Spanish immersion language program. Small group setting allows curriculum to meet every child's individual needs and interests while daily activities focused on developing...

We’re so glad My Peke Care was recommended for our young toddler. Mirza and her helpers were so loving, caring, and accommodating to our family. Mirza’s curriculum and Spanish immersion program were …

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2710 Pine St Lower Pacific Heights
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Nestled in the heart of Lower Pacific Heights, Pac Heights Kidz is an exceptional in-home preschool program that provides a nurturing & stimulating environment for children ages 1 to 5. PHK is...

We feel incredibly fortunate to have had our daughter attend Pac Heights Kidz for over two years. Our introduction to the school began long before our daughter was born. We watched a neighbor's da…

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Union Street
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I believe that small class size and the development of a strong community allow me and my team to really know each child as an individual and to provide a solid and supportive foundation in the early...

This was our first experience with daycare and we started sending our son at about 5 months old. It’s hard to understand what’s going on inside during the day but the best indicator was that as our s…

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Central Richmond
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Wang Mama’s Daycare is a small home daycare. Exploration and discovery are encouraged for interactive learning. Daily routine features dramatic play, storytelling, art projects and circle time. We...

We felt so lucky to find Lenora for our 8 month old at the time. She typically accepts up to 3 kiddos and one baby, and it was important to us that our little one have that dedicated attention. She a…

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Lone Mountain
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Forest-based preschool offering a French immersion curriculum through exploration. Children participate in daily outdoor excursions and indoor activities.

If you are looking into preschools, we would highly recommend Les Petits Canards. We were seeking a French-immersion program from the start. But more importantly, we found a fantastic place for our k…

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West Portal
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Education-focused home daycare that offers yoga, arts and crafts, and celebratory activities for various holidays. Rest assured, program is committed to providing the utmost care for each child....

Buya and the team at Alphabet kids are wonderful. My daughter attended here from age 6mo-19mo. Not only was she safe and loved (our top priorities), the team also provides fun and enriching environme…

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Central Richmond
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Mandarin immersion home daycare in the Richmond District, San Francisco. Program offers care for infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age children. Curriculum includes an introduction to letters,...

Amazing experience with Golden Baby! Ms. Nancy and her helpers always took such good care of my daughter from 6 mos old to 20 mos old. They went to the park and played in the back yard and even went …

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Parkmerced
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Little Sea Turtle Academy is a welcoming and nurturing space where children can grow, learn, and thrive. Our daycare is designed to provide a safe and engaging environment that inspires creativity,...

Our son has been attending Little Sea Turtle Academy for the past month and we could not be more grateful to have found this little gem! We were nervous first time parents sending our baby to daycare…

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Outer Richmond
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Home daycare offering care and educational experiences for infants and children up to five years old in a bright and spacious home. Children will engage in a daily routine of age-appropriate...

Our son has attended Fei Fei Daycare for 1.5 years since he was 5 months old and it has been absolutely wonderful. The teachers are amazing, so kind and thoughtful, and they take such wonderful care …

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Dolores Heights
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Child-centered, play-based program offering care and educational experiences to families in the Bay Area. Location offers an extensive outdoor area with activities including a helicopter play...

I can’t say enough positive things about Kiddie Corner. We lived in Noe Valley and enrolled our first child there, as new parents it was nerve wrecking dropping our baby off at a new place. Denise an…

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Inner Richmond
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Where Little Stars Shine Bright! Embark on a nurturing journey with us, nestled in the heart of San Francisco. From our beginnings as Twinkle Star Family Daycare in 2007, we've become a leading name...

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2140 Pierce St Pacific Heights
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Play based preschool that strives toward a child-centered curriculum. Teachers put play at the heart of curriculum and help support children through activities, materials, and thoughtful teaching....

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2042 Clement St Richmond District
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Give them the BEST start in life. Authentic MONTESSORI education, HIGH ACADEMICS, and hands-on STEAM in a warm, NURTURING environment where your child is seen and supported. Our school is TOP-RATED...

Bambini has been wonderful for my son and for us. We've been there for almost 6 months now and we are so happy with the choice. Hassle-free (good hours, meals served, reasonable tuition) and a warm a…

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Golden Gate Heights
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Home-based bilingual daycare offering infant and toddler care, nursery, preschool, pre-kindergarten, and kindergarten programs. Center dedicates entire floor of home to daycare. Curriculum is...

Absolutely wonderful experience having my son there! The staff at World of Learning and Fun are exceptional; they're super caring and attentive. My child has flourished here, developing both academic…

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Inner Richmond
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Storyland Family Child Care is a warm, home-based daycare in San Francisco where children feel safe, loved, and inspired to learn. As a mother of two who truly loves working with children, I provide a...

Uugii used to take care of my daughter when she was 2 years old. She was truly caring and always loved her. Even after 2 years later my daughter misses her and always happy to meet her. She is a grea…

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380 21st Ave Richmond District
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Early education program serving infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Program is divided into five age-appropriate classrooms and derives its philosophy from three core values which are...

We were so happy and so lucky to have Wonder Years open in our neighborhood. Wonder Years was everything we wanted in a daycare center for our baby and more. The teachers are incredibly kind, loving,…

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Mission Bay
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Daycare program encouraging development and growth through hands-on learning experiences and exploration. Program goal is to allow children to expand knowledge and capabilities while providing...

Fatema is so wonderful. She is very warm and cares a lot for the kids. They learn, they play, they eat great food. Our son had a wonderful time with Fatema, and we are very lucky to have found her.

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Outer Sunset
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Chinese immersion family childcare and preschool offered in home environment. Caring for the children with love, heartfelt education, and patient guidelines, to develop the potential of children and...

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Cayuga Terrace
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Spanish Immersion program is designed to meet the developmental needs of young children. It provides experiences that enrich and enhance each child’s cognitive, language, social, emotional, and...

We absolutely love Cielito Lindo! Karla and her helpers are kind, engaged, and clearly are passionate about what they do. The facility is inviting and filled with educational toys and games. They tak…

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Portola
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We combine play-based and nature oriented philosophy, provide a multiple language (Immersion Chinese, English, Spanish) environment for children to explore indoor and outdoor through hand crafts,...

Our baby started daycare here at nine months and adjusted super quickly. Lili is very warm and attentive, our baby always has a big smile on him whenever he sees her in the morning. Lili is very good…

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Outer Richmond
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Little Seed Childcare is a childcare facility located in the Richmond district. Our daycare program is for childcare 5 months old -5 years old. Bilingual Language options. Parents can choose their...

I don't write reviews often, but Bibi and her team genuinely changed our lives, and every parent who's ever felt scared or lost about their child deserves to know this place exists. A few months b…

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Portola
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Colby Daycare accepts children from infancy up to five years old so that children of different ages can learn from each other and grow together. Facility has eight indoor areas and a large outdoor...

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Sunnydale
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Seeking a nurturing childcare option? Our licensed home daycare offers a structured yet flexible daily schedule with age-appropriate activities designed for healthy development. Located in a...

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1647 Valencia St Bernal Heights
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Preschool in Bernal Heights with a family-like environment. Curriculum promotes social and emotional development through age-appropriate activities and mixed-age peer interactions. Daily routine...

We had a really positive experience with Sweet Peas for our 4 year old. The staff are all very caring and dedicated and they are tuned into the social and emotional needs of all their students stude…

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2730 17th St Mission District
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Infant and toddler program in Potrero Hill with a family-like environment. Curriculum offers a variety of engaging hands-on activities and supports social growth in a developmentally appropriate...

We've been sending our child to Sweet Peas Too since he was 7 months, he's about to be 2 years old now. We have had an excellent experience with this daycare. The environment is welcoming and safe, a…

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FAQs About San Francisco Preschools

How many preschool programs are in San Francisco?
Based on Winnie provider data, there are currently 444 preschool programs in San Francisco.
How much does preschool cost in San Francisco?
The average monthly price for San Francisco preschools is $2437. This is based on provider data for preschools listed on Winnie.
How many programs in San Francisco accept preschoolers aged 3-4 years?
Based on Winnie provider data, there are 386 preschool programs in San Francisco that accept kids ages 3-4 years old.
What types of preschool curriculums are offered in San Francisco?
The 10 most popular preschool curriculum types in San Francisco include: Play-Based, Bilingual, Arts-Based, Mixed Age, Academic-Based, Language Immersion, Creative Curriculum, Project-Based, Reggio Emilia, Blended Curriculum.

More About San Francisco, CA

San Francisco is Northern California's second largest city and a major technology hub, with many of its residents employed in the tech and startup industries. The city is also in close proximity to many institutions of higher education including Stanford University and University of California, Berkeley along with its own San Francisco State University and University of San Francisco. Despite its high cost of living, San Francisco is considered one of the best cities for young professionals with many choosing to rent in popular family-friendly neighborhoods including Noe Valley, Cole Valley, Bernal Heights, NoPa, and Potrero Hill.