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Kids Kollege Preschool & Child Care Center
5.0
The staff is incredible they are wonderful with each and every child they have plenty of teachers to watch over all the little ones and treat them as if they were their own I've looked at many preschools and this is the best one that I could find and I'm so glad that I did use this one it's one of...
- Natalie K
Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Center
5.0
Very happy with the care our children receive here!
- Claire T.
Montessori Children's Center
5.0
As parents we want the best for our children as they grow from infant to toddler to kindergartner and so on, but I also have the perspective that we are constantly learning as parents - how can we be better each day as parents because we've never done this parent thing before either. With that in...
- Michele G.
Freedom West Computer Learning Center
4.0
Looks like a good place. We like it, but it was far away from our home
- Al D.
SHALOM SCHOOL
5.0
My son is 3 and has been there for 6 months now. Phenomenal experience. He has flourished so much. I love how he is learning the Jewish culture. Additionally they have a great diverse curriculum. Great food and the atmosphere is just all around amazing!
- Diana L.
Child care centers in San Francisco, CA
Kids Kollege Preschool & Child Care Center
3939 Lawton St, San Francisco, CA
5.0
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Kids Kollege Preschool and Childcare Care Center located at 3939 Lawton Street, San Francisco, California, offers childcare and learning services. The school is open from seven AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It...
5.0
"The staff is incredible they are wonderful with each and every child they have plenty of teachers to watch over all the little ones and treat them as if they were their own I've looked at many preschools and this is the best one that I could find and I'm so glad...
Natalie K
Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Center
660 Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA
5.0
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT PRESCHOOL FOR AGES 6 months 5 YEARS OLD
TEL HI s California-licensed preschool offers a fun, safe, enriching environment that will prepare your children to embrace a lifetime of learning! You can count on TEL HI Monday through Friday, 7:30 am 6:00 pm, all year long.
5.0
"Very happy with the care our children receive here!"
Claire T.
Montessori Children's Center
80 Juan Bautista Cir, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(1)
Montessori Children’s Center in San Francisco is a preschool that offers Montessori method of education to children ages 2 - 6. The center also offers childcare before and after-school childcare - where children are immersed in creative activities to stimulate their imagination and develop their...
5.0
"As parents we want the best for our children as they grow from infant to toddler to kindergartner and so on, but I also have the perspective that we are constantly learning as parents - how can we be better each day as parents because we've never done this parent...
Michele G.
Freedom West Computer Learning Center
820 Mcallister St, San Francisco, CA
4.0
(1)
4.0
"Looks like a good place. We like it, but it was far away from our home"
Al D.
5.0
(3)
Our School is a Jewish Orthodox School. We practice Jewish Religion and Traditions. Shalom School has given love and learning to Children since 1997. We are celebrating Jewish life and traditions in our classrooms and with our families. We are developing individual children's creativity in arts,...
5.0
"They've been great! I have two kids enrolled. My oldest started almost 2 years ago. She loves it. She's happy and well adjusted to the staff. My younger child started at 18 months. It was her first experience at a daycare center. She has zero adjustment issues....
Beata B.
Denise Guerin's Family Child Care
3825 26th St, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(1)
5.0
"I absolutely love Denise and KiddieCorner. When I was looking for a daycare for my son, I think I toured every day care in the city (Noe Valley/Glen Park/Bernal), and I knew within minutes that Denise was exceptional and KiddieCorner was our top and only choice. 5...
Alison D.
Peppertree Family Day Care
4333 23rd St, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(1)
5.0
"Closed in 2005.....pls delete listing"
Ann S
Apple Tree Daycare
1096 Howard St, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(1)
5.0
"This business is really cool! We found this place by chance and we are lucky to have such a lovely instructor. We recommend the place to other families. Especially it is suitable for activities."
Ryan
ALPHA KIDS ACADEMY, LLC (PS)
300 STONECREST DRIVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Welcoming children ages 2 to 6 years old, at Alpha Kids Academy, your child’s education and success and is our top priority. Whether you are looking for a preschool center or transitional kindergarten, our Stonecrest facility provides a positive and caring environment to encourage your child’s...
ALPHA KIDS ACADEMY, LLC
175 Junipero Serra Blvd, SAN FRANCISCO, CA
At Alpha Kids Academy, each of our daycare and preschool centers are dedicated to providing families throughout the San Francisco, CA area with programs that meet the highest standards of early childhood education.
Established in 2012, our location on Junipero Serra Blvd welcomes children ages 2...
Panda Children's Center offers both at our fun-filled yet educational preschool in San Francisco, CA. With a stellar ratio of 1 teacher for every 6 students, we provide every child with the attention they need to thrive. This ensures the best possible development for the mind and body as well as...
Tinycare Mission Bay
353 King Street, San Francisco, CA
Tinycare is a village of urban micro-centers that focus on infant, toddler, and preschool care. Our program offers a Mandarin bilingual curriculum for 18 - 41 month olds. We believe in creating intentional and natural environments that inspire whole-child development. Children participate in two...
EduKids - West Seneca
3585 Seneca St, San Francisco, CA
About EduKids:
For those who seek the best high quality early childhood education in Western New York, EduKids offers innovative programs led by a caring, dedicated staff, facilitated by state-of-the-art education centers, which combine to provide your child with a safe and nurturing home away from...
C5 Children's School
525 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA
C5 Children's School is an innovative leader in world wide best practices in providing expert nurturing and optimal early childhood learning and development. We feature a program that is a child-centered, teacher facilitated, family and community supported, inquiry based, as an emergent curriculum,...
Everbloom
555 Florida Street, San Francisco, CA
Now Enrolling ages: 2-6
Summer Camp and Tutoring Program for ages: 6-8
Hours of operation 8:00AM - 5:30 PM (extended hours upon request)
Hourly drop ins are available
Monthly Date Night
Mission:
90% of the brain is developed by the age of 5.
The experiences your child has within these...
Glen Park Montessori Preschool
647 Chenery Street, San Francisco, CA
Glen Park Montessori is a premier preschool offering the Montessori curriculum of early math and language arts concepts, censorial development, practical life skills, botany, anthropology, geography, and peace studies. Our comprehensive art program covers a broad range of media and frequently...
Magical Years Center
182 Riverton Dr, San Francisco, CA
Magical Years Center:
Licensed Family Daycare Located by San Francisco's Lake Merced, near Shopping Center on Sloat Blvd and Stonestown Mall. Brand new facilities. Cozy and comfortable environment to allow your children to feel at home.
Teacher is bilingual, fluent in Mandarin and English....
Stratford School San Francisco De Montfort
301 De Montfort Avenue, SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Welcome to Stratford School San Francisco De Montfort Campus
2024 Niche Best Schools
Stratford Private Elementary School on De Montfort Avenue in the Ingleside District of San Francisco, is committed to providing quality education and care to children in Ingleside, Stonestown, Sunnyside, Sunset,...
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...
Stratford School San Francisco Parkside
2425 19th Ave, SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Stratford School Private Preschool in the Parkside District of San Francisco is committed to providing quality education and care to children in the Inner Parkside, Sunset District, Parkside and Saint Francis Wood.
Nestled in the Parkside District, this neighborhood campus offers preschool and...
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in San Francisco, CA
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in San Francisco, CA?
Child care centers near you in San Francisco, CA provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.
What will my child do at a child care center near me in San Francisco, CA?
A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in San Francisco, CA have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.
How can I find a child care center near me in San Francisco, CA?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in San Francisco, CA. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.
Ratings for San Francisco, CA child care centers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Child Care Centers in San Francisco, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 59 reviews of the 199 listed child care centers.