Best Special Needs Care in San Francisco, CA
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,...
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Little Travelers, Big Adventures, Todo en español
This summer, preschoolers embark on an extraordinary HolaKids! journey to the Dominican Republic-without ever leaving San Francisco! From cooking traditional foods to dancing merengue, building coral reefs to exploring tropical rainforests, every day brings new discoveries in full Spanish immersion.
Also offers: ¡HolaKids! Spanish Immersion Preschool, Preschool Program, School Age Care Program, and more
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Speaks Spanish
Serra is a developmentally appropriate, play-based preschool with a spiritual framework. We believe that play – spontaneous, self-initiated, and joyful – is at the heart of a child’s development,...
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Our teachers create a stimulating, challenging environment that fosters self-competence and supports the child’s developing self-image. Because children need to experience success, we work within each child’s developmental ability. Children learn to clarify, organize, and extend their exploration.
Before and After Care Program
Also offers: Early Preschool, Older Preschoolers, Summer School
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Fusion Academy provides 1-to-1 instruction, a personalized teaching experience ideal for students with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, anxiety and other learning, social, or emotional differences. These...
Private Middle School
Fusion Academy offers a completely personalized private middle school experience. From classes to scheduling, everything is customized around your student. We balance academics and socialization to create a private junior high school experience unlike any other. Private middle school classes at Fusion Academy are 1-to-1: just 1 student and 1 teacher per class. Teachers match your child’s pace and preferences so they can learn better, dive deeper, and never get left behind. Schedules are customized around your family’s goals and plans. Students connect and collaborate with peers in a safe and structured environment. Coursework is completed as part of the school day. Daily reports for each class session are communicated to parents from your student’s teachers. NOTE: Tuition rates are calculated per course, per term and will vary based on the student’s custom curriculum.
Classes for Credit
Fusion Academy offers core and elective classes for middle and high school credit. In our personalized environment, students can accelerate or remediate. Students come to us to make up a grade, tackle a tough class, get ahead in credits, or take a unique class not offered at their school. NOTE: Tuition pricing will vary based on the student’s custom curriculum.
Also offers: Tutoring & Mentoring Programs, Private High School
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Family child care that aims to provide various learning experiences for children. Features a home-like learning environment inspired by the Montessori and Reggio Emilia approach and carefully designed...
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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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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...
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Before and After Care Program
Also offers: Daycare Program, Drop-In Care Program, Daycare Program
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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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Childcare program where kids learn through play. Children explore the environment through self-direction and teacher-directed projects and games. Students learn in a mixed-age environment and program...
Speaks Spanish
Cici’s Family Child Care is a licensed home-based child care program located in Mission Bay, San Francisco. We provide a safe, nurturing, and small-group environment for infants and toddlers. Our...
Infant Bilingual Music & Play Program
A warm, nurturing infant care program designed for children ages 3–36 months. Our small-group family daycare offers music and play-based learning in a bilingual (English & Chinese) environment, supporting early development, language exposure, and emotional security in a safe, home-like setting.
Cici’s Family Child Care
Mission Bay bilingual daycare for infants and toddlers (3–36 months). Our unique small-group program features 3 teachers caring for only 4–5 children, allowing for exceptional individualized attention, daily music activities, outdoor play, and a warm family-like environment.
Also offers: Cici’s Family Child Care, Drop-In Care Program
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In-home daycare in the Duboce Triangle area. Program provides an opportunity to learn through play, and hands-on experiences include field trips and outdoor activities. Children have access to...
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Seabird Preschool is conveniently located a short walk from the Transamerica building (entrance next to 750 Pacific Ave). It has a modern facility with an integrated sound system and air conditioning....
Speaks Spanish
Private, non-profit preschool founded to provide young children with a developmental, child-centered preschool experience. Program is committed to providing individualized, quality attention to...
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Our mission is to provide quality childcare and bilingual preschool education that promotes the healthy growth of the whole child: mind, body, and spirit. At Little Robles, we believe that play is...
Speaks Spanish
Jenny's Daycare in Central Richmond offers a play-based program focusing on creativity, movement, and hands-on learning. With weekly themed lessons, enrichment teachers lead music, dance, early...
Infant, Toddlers, Preschool
Our programs are designed to nurture growth at every stage. We start with gentle bonding and sensory play for infants, then move on to music and movement for toddlers as they explore their world. Preschoolers engage in creative play, while our Pre-K program focuses on building school readiness .
Drop-In Care Program
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Daycare center providing care for Infants and toddlers in a warm home environment. The ratio of children to adults is 2:1. We offer meals, daily outdoor play, park visits at least twice a week, date...
Speaks Spanish
A bilingual immersion program that offers a nurturing space for children to develop English and Spanish language skills while learning through Reggio Emilia and Montessori-inspired lessons and...
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Toddler Care Program
Also offers: Infant Care Program
Speaks Spanish
Family childcare located in a Sunset district home with a beautiful backyard garden. Provider utilizes a nature-based program with a seasonal curriculum. Children spend three hours outside and enjoy...
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A RIE based educare approach is at the heart of this infant care service. This infant care will be offered on days / times that allow for a one to one or one to two ratio, with infant only participants. Parents provide diapering and food supplies. Thoughtful transition required.
Drop-In Care Program
Also offers: Toddler Care Program, Preschool Program, Before and After Care Program
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Completely immersive Montessori preschool and pre-kindergarten program in the Presidio Terrace area. Children are encouraged to independently pursue learning activities while building important...
Speaks Spanish
Imagine a place where laughter echoes through sunlit rooms, where curious minds are nurtured, and where every child is celebrated for their unique brilliance. At Just Like My Little Home, we believe...
Speaks Spanish
Diversity-focused preschool providing educational experiences to preschool-age children. Daily activities include circle time, free play, early academics, arts & crafts and time outdoors. Children are...
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La Casita is a relationship-based Spanish Immersion early childhood education program in San Francisco's Ingleside neighborhood. La Casita runs Monday-Thursday 8:30AM-4:30PM. Both 4-day and 2-day...
4 day program
La Casita is a relationship-based Spanish Immersion early childhood education program in San Francisco's Ingleside neighborhood. Our 4-days a week program runs Monday through Thursday, 8:30AM-4:30PM with optional before and after care available.
2 day Program
La Casita is a relationship-based Spanish Immersion early childhood education program in San Francisco's Ingleside neighborhood. Our 2-days a week program has a Monday/Wednesday option and a Tuesday/Thursday option, 8:30AM-4:30PM with optional before and after care available.
Speaks Spanish
En Lucia’s Daycare, se anima a los niños a aprender, explorar, crear y crecer en un entorno de educación infantil acogedor, donde el juego, la exploración y las relaciones afectuosas apoyan su...
Speaks Spanish
Our bilingual kindergarten offers a unique Montessori based program that blends Mandarin and English for infants and toddlers. Our qualified teachers hold site supervision permit, certified in CPR and...
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Preschool Program
Also offers: Infant Care Program, Before and After Care Program, Drop-In Care Program
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We have 3 locations in San Francisco, Marina District and Richmond District. In-home daycare provides childcare services to young children. Age-appropriate toys and equipment are accessible for...
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Omni Family Childcare provides a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every child is supported and valued. We specialize in caring for children with different learning and cognitive...
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Omni Family Childcare is a place where every child belongs. We stand out through our focus on education, inclusion, and family advocacy, led by a director with 10+ years of experience as a head teacher, inclusion coach, family advocate, and screening specialist.
After Care Program
Speaks Spanish
Mandarin immersion preschool and daycare program serves children eighteen months to six years old. Our Program mission is to develop lifelong learners and global citizens while promoting Mandarin...
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Toddler Care Program
Also offers: Infant Care Program, Drop-In Care Program
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Home daycare blending three philosophies to unlock every child's potential in a unique learning space in Dogpatch, San Francisco. At Odyssey Learning Academy, we blend various child-centered...
Speaks Spanish
Diversity Connection Child Care is a Mandarin and English bilingual environment that offers a safe, clean, and loving environment with knowledgeable teachers who honor your family’s routine and your...
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Game-based Spanish immersion program offering care and education based on children's interests. Focus is placed on kindergarten preparation and gaining fluency in two languages. Program is based on...
Speaks Spanish
Family daycare in the Portola neighborhood of San Francisco. Children learn the alphabet, numbers, colors, and more through reading and other education activities.
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Mandarin immersion preschool located near SFSU. Features a structured curriculum with large & small group activities exploring art, language, music, and literacy, as well as ample opportunities for...
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Non-profit early education center serving primarily lower income families. Children recieve healthy meals, health and developmental screenings, and a nurturing classroom environment. Parents may also...
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A family daycare for infants and preschoolers in the Parkside neighborhood.
Daycare and after school program
We present 3 differentiated programs. 1) for children of the first year of life and up to 2.5 years. 2) for children 2.5 years - 5 years. 3) for schoolchildren from 5 years and older. Afterschool program. For all questions, call / text message (415) 988-0500 Katerina.
After Care Program
Also offers: Drop-In Care Program
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SFS is a vibrant, progressive Preschool through 8th grade in the Portola neighborhood. Its village-like campus features a unique outdoor space with an adventure playground, field station, barn, and...
Speaks Spanish
Family child care home located in the Oceanview district. Children follow age-appropriate schedules and learn through a variety of play-based activities such as reading, arts & crafts and visits to...
Speaks Spanish
Childcare program offers planned, creative, age-appropriate curriculum with teacher-guided activities and time for individual exploration and free play. Throughout daily activities and in the design...
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Infant and toddler child care center affiliated with FACES SF, a non-profit group that serves low income families. Children enjoy age-appropriate learning activities such as field trips, arts &...
Speaks Spanish
Bilingual preschool and daycare center near Golden Gate park. The curriculum includes Cantonese & Mandarin language lessons, Christian bible stories & prayer, school readiness skills, music, arts &...
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A Russian immersion bilingual preschool integrating a dynamic STEAM curriculum, fostering early childhood development through hands-on learning, creativity, and cultural enrichment in a nurturing,...
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Outdoor nature education for young children to explore, experience, and celebrate surrounding San Francisco ecosystem with respect for self, each other, and the natural world.
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We are proud to announce the opening of our new daycare in the Schowplace neighborhood. Our San Francisco location offers free 20-minute parking for your convenience. We prepare children for the...
Mathematics through play program
We support early language development and nurture logical thinking through math. Our program is based on the Kazakh and Russia methodology of teaching mathematics. Through play we will learn mathematics. We are applying for the ELFA program and ask that you book your child care place in advance.
Before and After Care Program
Also offers: Drop-In Care Program
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Holistic family daycare dedicated to educating young children and helping to expand each child's mind. Daycare is run from an apartment in the heart of San Francisco, Nob Hill.
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We’re a parent-run daycare co-op for kids 18-36 months, offering high-quality, affordable childcare. Parents contribute to daily operations, fostering a nurturing environment where kids thrive. Our...
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Lu runs a warm Mandarin full-immersion preschool program for children 3 months–5 years, with summer care for older kids. A former Head Start educator with 9+ years’ experience and an AA in Child...
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Daycare Program
Also offers: Before and After Care Program
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Danna’a Daycare SF offers childcare for families looking to provide their child with a loving and kind environment that’s just like home. At our home daycare, our goal is to help children learn...
Danna’s daycare SF
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After Care Program
Also offers: Danna´s Daycare SF
Speaks Spanish
Daycare facility providing Reggio Emilia based care and educational experiences. Infant, toddler, preschool, and transitional kindergarten programs are available. Center offers indoor and outdoor play...
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Our philosophy is rooted in the understanding that children learn best through play and hands-on experiences. We draw inspiration from various educational approaches, including Montessori, Reggio...
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After Care Program
Also offers: Drop-In Care Program
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At Little Glowworm, we serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers. We Accept children from 3 months to 5 years old. At this Mandarin/Cantonese English bilingual daycare, children learn and grow through...
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Daycare Program
Also offers: Toddler Care Program, Drop-In Care Program
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My daycare is a place where your babies will get treated fairly, loved, and receive the best education possible.I provide breakfast, snacks and lunch .Every kid that enters will come smiling and leave...
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The Cost of Childcare in California
Curious how much daycare or preschool really costs in California? We break down average childcare rates by city, age, and program type—based on real data from local providers.
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What Are the Four Types of Special Needs?
The term "special needs" is often used to describe a wide variety of conditions or differences, particularly in children. We’re breaking down the different kinds of needs or challenges children might have, that could be considered special needs.
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Where Can I Find Special Needs Daycare?
Finding the right childcare setting can feel overwhelming, especially if your child has high support needs. From securing the right services to finding the right caregiver, there are a lot of things to consider.