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STS. PETER AND PAUL-LAURA VICUNA PRE-KINDERGARTEN
5.0
We stumbled upon Laura Vicuna while looking for a preschool in the area and am so glad we found this gem in the North Beach neighborhood. My son attended Laura Vicuna for Pre-K 3 and 4, and he had a wonderful experience there. The director Barbara Simons and her staff are professional, responsive to...
- Kristen V.
The Little School/Enrolling for Fall 2023
5.0
I feel so fortunate that all three of my young children were able to experience the Little School; as a parent, I've also had the chance to develop and maintain beautiful relationships with other families and their dedicated staff.
All three of my children are so different and the school was able...
- Hilary E.
Little Star Daycare
5.0
I can not say enough wonderful things about Maritza and Boris. My son loved coming here, and we loved having him here. You could tell he was taught so much and he was well cared for. Unfortunately we had to move out of state, and 4 months later my 2 year old still says daily that he misses Boris...
- Nicole T.
Rutty's Little Explorers Day Care
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 with us (and our daughter of...
- Care member
Mi Casita Azul de Noe Valley Preschool
5.0
Es muy interesante ,este trabajo .y muy clara y consisa la explicacion
- Rosa P.
Pre-k schools in San Francisco, CA
STS. PETER AND PAUL-LAURA VICUNA PRE-KINDERGARTEN
660 FILBERT STREET, SAN FRANCISCO, CA
5.0
(1)
Located in the heart of North Beach, the Pre-K was established in 1987 to inspire an early love of learning and prepare children for kindergarten. Our teaching team utilizes a variety of teaching methods to create a safe and stimulating environment in which children can develop their intellectual,...
5.0
"We stumbled upon Laura Vicuna while looking for a preschool in the area and am so glad we found this gem in the North Beach neighborhood. My son attended Laura Vicuna for Pre-K 3 and 4, and he had a wonderful experience there. The director Barbara Simons and her...
Kristen V.
5.0
(3)
Private, non-profit preschool founded to provide young children with a developmental, child-centered preschool experience. We have a robust Discounted Tuition Program; Our goal is to make The Little School accessible to all children and families who are committed to the mission of the School.
The...
5.0
"We are on our third year with The Little School. We really love this school. We find it very inclusive and that there are really caring teachers. They have a lot of materials and supplies available. There is a really high retention rate. Teachers are there even...
Ashley S.
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.
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
"So happy with Rutty's Little Explorers Daycare so far! Ruth is amazing and has the best activities for the kids and takes great care of them. She is very attentive and sends pictures and updates throughout the day. My son never cries when I drop him off, in fact,...
Leah H
Mi Casita Azul de Noe Valley Preschool
442 29th Street, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(1)
Mi Casita Azul's Head Teacher, Cynthia Olmedo, is an experienced preschool teacher with over 10 years teaching experience. The Spanish Immersion program is designed to prepare your child for Spanish Immersion K-5 elementary school. We've built a beautiful three story home in Noe Valley for the...
5.0
"Es muy interesante ,este trabajo .y muy clara y consisa la explicacion"
Rosa P.
Señorita's Preschool
SoMa Mission Bay, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(1)
Bilingual, micro center preschool program for infants to kindergarten-age children. Our program focuses on kindergarten readiness and we're experts when it comes to creating curriculum and activities to help your child thrive! Daily lessons are hands-on and include STEM activities, phonics, cooking...
5.0
"I can't say enough wonderful things about Señorita's Preschool (shoutouts to Ms. G and Ms. Maya!). My son, who is a little over two), recently participated in an evening session at Señorita's (Date/Self-Care Night for the parents) with three other children. If he...
Emily K
EFBA - Education Francaise Bay Area
640 Davis St Unit 26, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(1)
French Education in the Bay Area (EFBA) is now accepting enrollment for its after-school classes for the 2017-2018 year!
EFBA is a WASC accredited part time school that o ers French classes to French-native (francophone) and non-native (Anglophone) speakers. The classes are geared towards children...
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
Ellie's Family Daycare
1719 32nd Ave, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(6)
Ellie's Family Daycare is a new educational and care taking facility in the sunset with a professional director with 25 years experience with children. At this facility, we provide a clean and safe environment, creative activities and educational games, and healthy, organic food.
We accept kids...
5.0
"Our daughter has been at Ellie Daycare since 14 months, and now is almost 3. She has such a good time with Elham and her peers, and in this environment continues to blossom into a kind, coordinated, and brilliant little girl. Elham has always encouraged and...
Rachel S.
Angelina's Preschool
1851 Noriega St, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(1)
Angelina's Schools have 2 schools in 2 locations, a family day care in the Richmond district specialized in a nurturing art based program for toddlers and a few infants.
Angelina's preschool is located in the sunset district with 18 children . We emphasize pre academic lessons through an art based...
5.0
"Angelina's Preschool provides a very loving and nurturing environment. I have 3 children; my sons have since graduated and are attending an amazing private school in San Francisco and my daughter is in her 2nd year at Angelina's Preschool. The curriculum...
David A
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...
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...
Zulia's Daycare
2635 San Jos Ave., San Francisco, CA
--Loving and learning enviroment
--meals provided
--kindergarten readiness
Magic Kingdom Of Learning
701 27th Avenue, San Francisco, CA
Magic Kingdom of Learning is now ENROLLING infants and toddlers.
Please come and join us for Pre-K and K programs.
September Discounts Available due to a lot of kids graduating, so come and enroll with us and claim a discount!
Our daycare offers:
- Big and clean / disinfected and the...
Ciclo SF
345 Judah Street, San Francisco, CA
Ciclo SF offers sewing & fashion classes to people ages 6 and up. We use only recycled textiles from pre-loved clothes, scraps of fabrics and recycled sewing materials.
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...
Sunrise Day Care
2158 31st Ave, San Francisco, CA
Our childcare successfully combines day care with state licensed Nursery, Pre-School, Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten programs. We do our best to provide loving care for children one month old through Kindergarten-age, and even later with after school care. Our well-planned and flexible programs...
Presidio Knolls School
250 10th St, San Francisco, CA
Presidio Knolls School was founded in 2008 as a San Francisco preschool, combining a Reggio Emilia-inspired educational approach with Mandarin language immersion. Our mission is to educate and inspire our students to become creative, confident and engaged global citizens. To meet the growing demand...
Slippery Fish Co-Op Preschool and Pre-Preschool
999 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco, CA
Slippery Fish is a cooperative pre-preschool and preschool. We believe that each child brings a unique set of skills to the classroom. Our curriculum is child-centered, play-based and developmentally appropriate and incorporates anti-bias education and project-based work as the children mature. The...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in San Francisco, CA
What are the benefits of sending my child to a pre-k near me in San Francisco, CA?
Pre-k programs in San Francisco, CA offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!
What questions should I ask when researching a pre-k near me in San Francisco, CA?
We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in San Francisco, CA, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.
What will my child do at pre-k near me in San Francisco, CA?
Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in San Francisco, CA typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!
What else do I need to know about pre-k near me in San Francisco, CA?
Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in San Francisco, CA programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.
Ratings for San Francisco, CA pre-k schools listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Pre-K Schools in San Francisco, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 80 listed pre-k schools.