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MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN
1187 FRANKLIN STREET, SAN FRANCISCO, CA
We are a Montessori preschool with a proud history of serving the San Francisco's western addition and its outskirts since 1976. We believe that the educators are a child's guide. Therefore our educators foster the child's natural thirst for learning as they move through the world independently and...
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,...
Peek-a-boo Playhouse
491 20th Ave, San Francisco, CA
Small home based daycare located in the Richmond district. Infants, toddlers & preschoolers welcome! Semi-structured environment with spacious playrooms filled with age appropriate toys. Daily outings to the park, Library & neighborhood walks. Great LOVE for children!!
Gates & Bridges Preschool
1601 10th Ave, San Francisco, CA
We believe that children are naturally motivated to learn. A supportive, stimulating atmosphere with room for the child s input and interest is optimal. As a full-time day care center, it is our responsibility and our goal to create a safe, child-centered environment. We seek to balance various...
Laffodils Preschool And Child Care
3060 22nd Ave., San Francisco, CA
We know that choosing child care for your infant or toddler, or a preschool program, is one of the most important decisions families will make. Both of our teachers have BA degrees. We have been in the field of early care and education for 20 years and are passionate about what we do.
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Little Tree Preschool is a wonderful little school located in the Mission/Bernal area. We are a dedicated staff to ensure that learning is fun and exciting. Your child will love attending Little Tree where they get to explore, do art, have fun, make friends and get a lot of tender loving care.
Russian Hill Academy and Richmond Academy preschools are located in the Russian Hill and Inner Richmond Districts of San Francisco. We are a Mandarin Immersion program where we teach our kids to read, write and speak Mandarin. Beyond developing Mandarin language skills, our next goal is to provide...
St. Brigid School
2250 Franklin St, San Francisco, CA
Established in 1888, Saint Brigid School in San Francisco has been helping in the Christian formation and education of children in the community. The school offers high-quality education imbued with Catholic faith principles to kindergarten through eighth grade. Saint Brigid School provides a...
Delta Preschool
548 Delta St, San Francisco, CA
Delta Preschool located in San Francisco, CA is one of the childcare programs offered by the Economic Opportunity Council of San Francisco. It is a private, nonprofit corporation that aims to address the problem of poverty in San Francisco by focusing resources towards eliminating the causes,...
San Francisco Public Montessori
2340 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA
San Francisco Public Montessori is a one-of-a-kind and pioneering program in the San Francisco Unified School District, that bridges prekindergarten and elementary education, utilizing the proven effective Montessori method of teaching. The school also offers after-school programs that focus on...
Helen Diller Family Preschool
3200 California St, San Francisco, CA
Helen Diller Family Preschool in San Francisco, CA is a center that provides a safe, clean, interactive, fun and exciting environment where your child can learn while having fun. The center has a comprehensive program from two to five years old.
Adda Clevenger Junior Preparatory and Theater School
180 Fair Oaks St, San Francisco, CA
Adda Clevenger Junior Preparatory and Theater School is an elementary education provider located at 180 Fair Oaks Street, San Francisco, California. The school provides an accelerated academic and arts curriculum for students in kindergarten up to 8th grade. Adda Clevenger is open from Mondays...
Teaching Tots LLC
728 Pacific Ave Ste 706, San Francisco, CA
Teaching Tots LLC located at 728 Pacific Avenue Suite 706, San Francisco, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from nine AM to four PM, Mondays through Fridays. It provides programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers before-...
Jewish Learning Institute of San Francis
720 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA
Jewish Learning Institute of San Francis located at 720 Lombard Street, San Francisco, California, offers childcare and learning services. The school is open from seven-thirty AM to nine PM, Mondays through Fridays. It provides programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It...
Little Angels Japanese Pre School
1457 9th Ave Apt A, San Francisco, CA
Little Angels Japanese Preschool located at 1457 9th Avenue Apartment A, San Francisco, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from eight AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It...
Saint James Pre School
4620 California St, San Francisco, CA
Saint James Pre School, a ministry of the Saint James Church, is a state-licensed child care facility that offers early childhood education programs geared towards preschool children. Located in San Francisco, California, the company provides its services to kids between the ages two to five years...
Centro Las Olas
3737 26th St, San Francisco, CA
Located in San Francisco, California, Centro Las Olas is a cooperative, Spanish preschool program that provides high-quality care and education. The school offers Spanish speaking parents the opportunity to work hand-in-hand with each other in providing care and education for their children, inside...
Baby Steps
20 Crestlake Drive, San Francisco, CA
Baby Steps is an outdoor education/nature focused family child care serving preschool, infants/toddlers and school aged children. Baby Steps teachers are highly trained and have over 25 years experience. The school is adjacent to a large meadow which we use daily for circle time, group games, sports...
Cupid's Christian Day Care Center
178 Brighton Ave, San Francisco, CA
The Cupid's Christian Daycare Center located at 178 Brighton Avenue, San Francisco, California, also provides childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It provides before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in San Francisco, CA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in San Francisco, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in San Francisco, CA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in San Francisco, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in San Francisco, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in San Francisco, CA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in San Francisco, CA.
How can I find a preschool near me in San Francisco, CA?
When looking for a preschool near you in San Francisco, CA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in San Francisco, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
Ratings for San Francisco, CA preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Preschools in San Francisco, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 262 listed preschools.