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Shayna's Family Daycare
5.0
We have had 2 boys at Shayna's for the past 2.5 years and have had a great experience. Shayna and Loren take wonderful care of the children and have helped with every developmental milestone. They are big on teaching practical skills (ie manners, street smarts, how to use silverware and open...
- Care member
Building Kidz San Fran on 20th
5.0
New school, convenient location and kind staff.
- Care member
Dolphin Stars Childcare
5.0
Dolphin Stars Daycare is very good! We love it!
- Erika L.
Building Kidz of San Francisco in Pacific Heights - Limited Spots!
5.0
Brand new school, owner is updating everything and is welcoming to all families. We need that in Millbrae.
- Care member
Just Kids Preschool - Chinese Immersion School
5.0
Our experience at Just Kids Preschool has far-exceeded my expectations. My daughter has been attending Just Kids Preschool for over a year now (since April 2021). She started when she was 3 years old and is now 4 and a half. It has been an amazing experience for both her and our whole family. The...
- Sara B.
Daycares in San Francisco, CA
5.0
(2)
Shayna and Loren, both natives of San Francisco's Richmond District, bring a wealth of experience to their child care practice. Shayna has dedicated over 25 years to caring for children and infants, while Loren has contributed more than 15 years to the field. They have nannied, operated a daycare,...
5.0
"Shayna has taught our son (now 16 months) since he was 5 months old. His growth and development since starting with Shayna is a testament to the thought and diligence Shayna and Loren put into their work. He has made incredible strides with eating and speaking and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Building Kidz on 20th Ave is proud to provide our community high-quality toddler and preschool care. Our mission is to deliver a world class preschool experience resulting in children that love learning, connect with the performing arts, and demonstrate accelerated development of their character,...
5.0
"New school, convenient location and kind staff."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Dolphin Stars Childcare is your trusted destination for exceptional early education and care in San Francisco, CA. We specialize in Infant Care, Toddler care, and Preschool programs, providing a nurturing environment where children thrive. As a premier Mandarine Immersion Play Based school in San...
5.0
"They are so patient and very good with the kids! The program they offer and what they do at school is very detail oriented and my kids are learning so much! Dolphin Stars gives me peace of mind to know my kids are safe and in excellent care!"
Joyce L.
Building Kidz of San Francisco in Pacific Heights - Limited Spots!
2426 California Street, SAN FRANCISCO, CA
5.0
(1)
🌟 **Discover the Joy of Learning at Building Kidz School!** 🌟We invite you to experience firsthand how we nurture young minds through our unique "whole child" philosophy. Discover the joy of learning at Building Kidz School! At Building Kidz School, we’re dedicated to fostering creativity and...
5.0
"Brand new school, owner is updating everything and is welcoming to all families. We need that in Millbrae."
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Just Kids Preschool - Chinese Immersion School
5727 Geary Blvd, SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Starting at $2200/mo
5.0
(1)
Full time tuition per month: $2100
Part-time (3 days a week): $1650
Part-time (2 days a week): $1200
Just Kids Preschool is a new CHINESE IMMERSION PRESCHOOL in CENTRAL RICHMOND DISTRICT. Our philosophy is a blend of Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf and HighScope. We are a small family owned...
5.0
"Our experience at Just Kids Preschool has far-exceeded my expectations. My daughter has been attending Just Kids Preschool for over a year now (since April 2021). She started when she was 3 years old and is now 4 and a half. It has been an amazing experience for...
Sara B.
SUNSHINE PRESCHOOL CENTER
650 ANDOVER STREET, SAN FRANCISCO, CA
5.0
(3)
Preschool and Daycare center located in Bernal Heights San Francisco. Our preschool has an outdoor space and lots of available parks around. Our classroom has lots of natural light and a safe space for our kids to play. Our goal is for our children to feel safe, develop a love for learning, and...
5.0
"I am very happy with care I receive with my 3 children. I do use it on an as needed based, usually my children will be there for a whole week at a time. "
Ed A.
5.0
(3)
Starlight Christian Preschool is a childcare facility fully licensed by the California State Department of Social Services that is dedicated to the purpose of providing education in a nurturing, loving, and encouraging Christian environment. We encourage learning and development through discovery...
5.0
"I have a 6 and 4 year old, We love it! Peace of mind when I drop off the kids I don't have to worry they prep the food lunch and snacks, They take into consideration of any allergies that the children may have. My daughter was allergic to dust and they were so...
Karen S.
5.0
(5)
Mandarin immersion project-based curriculum preschool in Potrero Hill. We offer full-time and part-time options and meals are included. Potty training is not required. We have a large on-site outdoor play space.
5.0
"We recently enrolled our two-year-old daughter at Potrero Space Preschool a month ago, and we couldn’t be happier with our decision. From day one, it has been a positive and enriching experience for both our daughter and our family.
The Mandarin immersion program...
Care member
4.8
(5)
Welcome to Montessori Children’s House of the West Coast (MCH), a unique and joyful Montessori preschool in San Francisco. The Montessori method is rooted in a deep respect for children’s natural desire to learn and celebrates the distinct qualities of each child.
Step into our classrooms and you...
4.0
"I am writing as a longtime member of the Montessori Children's House of the West Coast (MCH). We are now shepherding our second son through the MCH program. In our 6 years with the community (through two children), what has remained constant in the school is the...
Sarah K.
5.0
(1)
The Congregation Beth Sholom Family Preschool enriches the lives of young children and their families by providing opportunities for learning, creativity, exploration, and curiosity. Our school is inspired by the principles of the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education. It is our belief...
Sandmann Family Day Care
4023 Cesar Chavez Street, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(6)
Welcome to Sandmann Family Day Care!
Sandmann Family Day Care is a bilingual childcare program, German and English, located in the heart of Noe Valley in San Francisco.
We provide loving and professional care for children between the ages of 15 to 48 months. Our bilingual program offers a play-...
5.0
"Our son went to Sandmann for about 2 years and absolutely loved it! Great teachers, very attentive and caring. In 2 years there were no accidents. During COVID they had no cases. Great food! Lots of activities. We were sad to leave but it was time to start pre...
Aigerim S.
Happy Child Family Daycare
730 Paris Street, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(4)
Happy Child Family Daycare is a licensed and insured, bilingual childcare provider in San Francisco. We offer early childcare programs for 3 months to 3 years old children. We teach Mandarin and English. Children are encouraged to learn from a variety of play activities, dance and music classes, and...
5.0
"This is a great group of teachers. Kind, loving, with good attention to detail. They keep a well cleaned home, and take the kids to the park a ton. Very happy having our 19 month old here."
Benjamin M.
Little Sprouts Family Child Care
150 Berry ST, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(2)
Hi parents, Little Sprouts is a licensed bilingual family daycare in Mission Bay neighborhood. We care for ages 3 months to 4 years old children. Little Sprouts Daycare offers a loving, nurturing, clean, and safe environment for your growing little ones. The happiness, growth, and development of our...
5.0
"Sharon has provided our daughter (now 2 years old) with the best level of care that any parent can hope for - we could not be any happier! We have the comfort of knowing she is enrolled in a safe and flourishing environment, and have witnessed so much growth in our...
Sylvia H.
Small World Child Care
2223 39th Ave., San Francisco, CA
5.0
(2)
Small World Child Care is a licensed Mandarin Immersion Family Child Care located in Sunset Area!
This is a safe, healthy and educational small world! We provide nutritious meals including breakfast, snacks, and lunch. Children communicate in Mandarin daily. They also develop their social,...
5.0
"My son has been at this center since November 2014. Eileen is super caring, flexible & very experienced with young children. We like the fact that she keeps us informed, keeps a daily log of my son's feedings & diapers and when think he'll be able to "grow" into...
Jennie C.
Munchkinland Preschool & Family Daycare
4710 Cabrillo St., San Francisco, CA
5.0
(6)
Munchkinland cares for up to 12-14 Munchkins at a time.
Our hours are 8am to 5:30pm M-TH, 8-5pm on Fridays. We are a year-round preschool/family daycare.
We are a place for learning, creativity, inspiration, love, kindness, growth, and fun!
At Munchkinland, we use an eclectic child-centered...
5.0
"Munchkinland Family Daycare and Learning Center was a cherished place for our son from 18 months to 5 years. It’s an extraordinary environment that blends attentive care, education, and warmth in the most wonderful way. From the very beginning, we were completely...
Care member
Shayna's Family Daycare
1745 Clement Street, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(1)
I am a mother of two amazing children as well as a childcare owner. I have taken care of children since I was 11 years old. I have 26+ years experience, I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I have owned a childcare for 4 years as well as a postpartum doula, infant breastfeeding specialist and sleep...
5.0
"My daughter attended Citikids for 3 years and our family loved it! The owner, Shayna, is very responsible, caring and wonderful with children. My daughter adored her and really enjoyed all the field trips and special days. I feel blessed that we found this...
Shoshana Z.
Hungry Caterpillars
1901 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(4)
Preparing for the brightest future, Hungry Caterpillars is pioneering the field of childcare through our dedication and commitment to the specific needs of every child we are entrusted to provide care for. Our facilities are licensed by the state of California, and allowed to care for a maximum...
5.0
"Our son is our 2nd child to go to Hungry Caterpillars and we feel so lucky to have found them! Our daughter, who has since moved on to preschool, was always so happy to get there in the morning that she would run inside and shut the door in my face! She was very...
Jessie
Rutty's Little Explorers Day Care
1351 South Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(3)
Hello Parents :)
I have current openings for full-time starting at any time call me for additional information.
We are accepting applications for ages 5 months to 5 years old.
Nutritional snacks are provided. " Parents must bring lunch for children"
I have over 15 years of experience, and...
5.0
"Ruth, who runs Rutty's, and her assistants are AMAZING. This is a small, warm, happy and caring family-run daycare. We are SO happy to have found it.
As a first time mother I was so anxious starting daycare for my daughter, Ruth quickly built a strong relationship...
Care member
Little Star Daycare
222 Athens St., San Francisco, CA
5.0
(3)
We are a licensed facility that has transformed one of our units into a Little Star Palace for your little ones.
Check us out at LittleStarDaycare.net.
Mrs. Maritza Aiello is our head care provider with over 15 years of childcare experience from Montessori schools to working as a nanny. She...
5.0
"Maritza was our family nanny for approximately one year. She came to us from a trusted friend's referral. I was so happy to have Maritza take care of our daughter as she is an amazing caregiver. It was so comforting to know that our daughter was in good hands...
Lara F.
Little Dinos Family Childcare
600 Niagara Ave, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(1)
My name is Nguyet Torres. I am an Associate Teacher in Early Childhood Education. We are a small family owned and operated daycare.
A flexible schedule and convenience location.
A clean and safe environment.
We provide balanced, healthy meals.
Opening from birth to 4 years old.
Nurturing...
5.0
"We would highly recommend Little Dinos! Our almost 2yo daughter has been enrolled for about six months. At first we were a bit apprehensive about daycare (pandemic, first time parents, etc.) but Nguyet was so professional, careful, and warm. Nguyet takes the COVID...
Suki C
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in San Francisco, CA
What are the benefits of daycare near me in San Francisco, CA?
Daycare centers near you in San Francisco, CA offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.
What services do daycare centers offer near me in San Francisco, CA?
Daycares near you in San Francisco, CA provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.
What should I look for in a daycare center near me in San Francisco, CA?
Finding the right daycare center near you in San Francisco, CA for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.
What questions should I ask when looking for a daycare for my child near me in San Francisco, CA?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in San Francisco, CA include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.
Ratings for San Francisco, CA daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Daycares in San Francisco, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 136 reviews of the 342 listed daycares.