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Recent family daycare reviews in San Francisco, CA

Gwiggles Preschool LLC

5.0

Our daughter attended Gwiggles from 21 months old until she was 4.5 and went off to TK. I am so grateful that we found Gwiggles. Despite starting in mid-2021, still in the midst of a global pandemic, Gwiggles became a second family. It was clear that the teachers genuinely loved our daughter and...

- Care member

Happy Child Family Daycare

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 Dinos Family Childcare

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 precautions very seriously. The...

- Suki C

Honey Bee Montessori Of San Francisco

5.0

Candace and Brandon have been such a blessing for our family! They are kind and brilliant, and my kiddo has learned so much spending time with them at Honey Bee. He started with them around 18 months, and I felt so lucky that we could strike a perfect balance of early preschool action with a small...

- James C.

Cosmos Montessori

5.0

Our son has been with Miho from 1-3 yo. At the start, we were hesitant about being apart from him for the first time, but felt the opportunity for his development and socialization with other kids would be invaluable. After 2 years, the environment that Miho created helped foster Liam's...

- Keith T.

Family daycares in San Francisco, CA

Gwiggles Preschool LLC

Gwiggles Preschool LLC

701 China Basin St, SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Starting at $2700/mo

5.0

(3)

Gwiggles is an early childhood education program that offers Preschool services for up to 12 children at a time. We have a teacher to child ratio of 1:4 and we accept children ages 3-6 years old. Our mission is to create a place where all children feel safe and loved and where they are able to...
5.0
"Our daughter attended Gwiggles from 21 months old until she was 4.5 and went off to TK. I am so grateful that we found Gwiggles. Despite starting in mid-2021, still in the midst of a global pandemic, Gwiggles became a second family. It was clear that the teachers...

Care member


Happy Child Family Daycare

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
"My little girl was 18 months old when she started going to Happy Child Family Daycare. I was of course very nervous and skeptical because this was my first child and the facility was brand new. My daughter was the first child to enroll. It was hard going to work...

J W.


Little Dinos Family Childcare

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


Honey Bee Montessori Of San Francisco

Honey Bee Montessori Of San Francisco

1659 29th Ave, San Francisco, CA

5.0

(4)

Honey Bee Montessori is a licensed home based Montessori childcare in the Sunset. We operate from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with extended care in the morning starting at 8 a.m. and closing at 5 p.m. We provide a Montessori environment, in addition to bilingual lessons (Spanish and/or Cantonese), kids yoga,...
5.0
"Candace is exceptional - and my son and I absolutely loved her care center/ school. It exceeded expectations (large space, lots of enrichment activities, outdoor garden). Unfortunately, it wasn't a perfect fit at this time, but we will be looking for a spot when...

Francesco R.


Cosmos Montessori

Cosmos Montessori

22 Ford St, San Francisco, CA

5.0

(1)

We are a very small Montessori school in San Francisco that serves children between 12 months to 3 years old. We help children to learn how to become independent, inquisitive, confident, self-motivated, and peaceful human beings in the world. We believe that our responsibility is to cultivate an...
5.0
"Our son has been with Miho from 1-3 yo. At the start, we were hesitant about being apart from him for the first time, but felt the opportunity for his development and socialization with other kids would be invaluable. After 2 years, the environment that Miho...

Keith T.


My Happy Place

My Happy Place

928 Persia Ave, San Francisco, CA

5.0

(4)

5.0
"Eugenia was our amazing nanny who cared for my son. Eugenia attended to him with limitless patience, love, and energy. She truly loved my son, she still loves him! We moved to another state, but she still sends him messages and asks about him often! She seems to...

Kristhina O.


Kemel's Little Stars

Kemel's Little Stars

771 26 Avenue, San Francisco, CA

5.0

(4)

We are provide high quality child care and music and dance classes. Our teachers and assistants are very well educated and have many years' experience to work with children. All facility is clean and safe. Backyard looking fancy and quiet. The location of our facility is close to Golden Gate park...
5.0
"Kemel's Little Star's is without question the best daycare in San Francisco. My daughter has been going there for more than 3 years. The center is clean and spacious. All staff members are very pleasant and experienced. There is an education program similar to...

Vladimir


La French Teach

La French Teach

Mississippi Street, San Francisco, CA

5.0

(1)

La French Teach provides a safe and personalized learning environment in small groups. It encourages social interaction to promote independence, social skills, and foster self-confidence. Your little one will learn through diverse engaging activities such as art, yoga, music, cooking and more. The...
5.0
"My child has greatly benefitted from Anne-Laure and La French Teach. It's a place she loves to go and has learned many skills in the year she has attended. We couldn't be happier with her care."

Brigitte C


Silvia's Family Daycare

Silvia's Family Daycare

646 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA

5.0

(1)

Greetings, Are you looking for quality Day Care for your toddler? At Silvia's Family Day Care, we currently have a couple of openings available for toddlers/ preschool age (2-4 yrs. old). We are conveniently located at Lombard and Powell st. Our Day Care is a safe, fun and educational place!...
5.0
"Silvia and her staff are wonderful, caring people who take excellent care of the children, as if they are their own. The kids are kept occupied with art projects, cooking, plenty of play time, and I love that they are exposed to the Spanish language throughout the...

Michelle R.


Huellitas Family Child Care

Huellitas Family Child Care

2265 Mission Street APT 1, San Francisco, CA

5.0

(1)

Spanish immersion. Small in-home based daycare in the heart of the Mission District. Age-appropriate learning is supported through free play and exploration. Daily activities include stories, singing, gross and fine motor skills development, And take frequent outings to local parks, library and...
5.0
"Veronica is amazing and her location is very convenient! She is so caring and thoughtful with our little one and our family! She provides lunch and we just provide fresh fruit and milk. The kids love it and her daughter regularly helps out after school. She is a...

Sara A


Suelo's House

Suelo's House

Congo Street, San Francisco, CA

5.0

(1)

Suelo s House started in 2006 and we have served over 30 families. We are a small family day care home and have expertise with infant to toddler care. We speak Brazilian Portuguese and our little ones pick up the language, nursery rhymes, and dance. We believe in a safe environment, home cooked...
5.0
"Our family has been with Suelo's House in total for approximately 4+ years. We sent our son who is now 7 to Suelo's house when he was an infant until he was 2 years old. Currently, we have our daughter at Suelo's House. She is 2 now and has been attending since she...

Stacy Y.


Home/based bilingual preschool working with children from 18 months to 6 years old.Children enjoying music and dance programs as well the educational program.Kemel's little stars operate from 1995 year and have a good experience working with children .
5.0
"Very professional care and high level of early educational programs, music and dance classes that all help to Kemel's little stars stay in business more then 20 years!"

Larisa K.


Mary Toney

866 Potrero Ave, San Francisco, CA

5.0

(2)

Hello! My name is Mary Toney. I am a stay at home mom who provides in-home day care for one baby or toddler in addition to taking care of my own son, Jack (4 years old). Our home is full of lots of laughter that comes from; creative play (and creative chores!), reading books, spontaneous dance...
5.0
"Mary is phenomenal! She raised and loved both of my girls like her very own for 3 years. Mary is the reason I was able to return to work with a peace of mind. I never had to worry about my girls and always knew they were safe, well cared for and loved with Mary....

Doris Y.


Citikids Childcare

4140 California Street, San Francisco, CA

5.0

(2)

I am a Childcare provider with 20+ years experience. The ages range from Birth to 4 years of age? I am certified in CPR and First Aid. Here at Citikids, we offer full service care, healthy meals, lots of learning and fun. Happy, healthy & a safe environment is my number 1 goal. Www citikidschildcare...
5.0
"Shayna has taken care of my son since he was an infant. She engages him in activities and play time, and guides and nurtures his independence and growth. He has a smile on his face from the moment I drop him off with her until I return. I hate to say it, but I...

Nuri R


Mo Mo & Abba's Nursery

829 29th Avenue, San Francisco, CA

3.0

(1)

Our goal is to keep enrollment limited, so we can ensure each child has individual attention. Our license capacity is for 6 to 8, but our approach to child care is quality over quantity. Child/Provider ratio 2:1. Our program emphasis on nurturing child's self esteem and confidence through the most...
3.0
"We were going to use them full time, but it was clear it was not a good fit after two half days. They seemed like very sweet people, but they are set about your child following their schedule rather than allowing a baby-led schedule, even for a 5 month old. Also,...

Susan P.


Shining Stars Academy

Shining Stars Academy

2935 24th Ave, SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Starting at $2100/mo

WE HAVE 1 spot available for a child 2-4 years old. WE HAVE a waiting list for infants (0-2 years old). You are welcome to join our waiting list! Plenty of parking! ⭐️LICENSE NUMBER: 384004696 ⭐️ San Francisco Sunset District ⭐️Safe sunny backyard ⭐️Open Full Year M-F 8:00...

Hearts & Minds Preschool

Hearts & Minds Preschool

880 Urbano Dr, SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Starting at $2250/mo

Hearts & Minds is a preschool program that nurtures young children as they become confident explorers of the world around them. We are a play-based program that offers an engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum in an environment where your child will flourish and thrive. Children are...

Sandmann Family Day Care

Sandmann Family Day Care

4023 Cesar Chavez Street, San Francisco, CA

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-...

Wild Roots Community

Wild Roots Community

368 Park St., San Francisco, CA

Hi SF families with young children! We have been serving San Francisco families for five years now! This Fall we are transitioning from offering an all outdoor preschool program to hybrid indoor/outdoor infant and toddler (up to 3 years old) program in both Holly Park and our licensed for child...

Bright Star Family Child Care

Bright Star Family Child Care

71 Canyon Dr, San Francisco, CA

Bright Star Family Childcare is a fully licensed, CPR, Health and Safety EMSA certified daycare located in the Southern Hills neighborhood. We offer activities focus on developing children's physical, social/emotional and intellectual wellbeing. Low ratio small group setting, able to meet every...

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Ratings for San Francisco, CA family daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Family Daycares in San Francisco, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews of the 354 listed family daycares.