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Daycares in San Francisco, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 100 reviews of the 324 listed daycares

LITTLE PEOPLE PRESCHOOL

I love them! We've been with them a little over a year now , since my son was two. Love the team and how strict and clean things are. They...

- Elisa F.

Ellie's Family Daycare

Ellie's Family Daycare has been wonderful for our daughter! Our daughter started here when she was 18 months old. We had a tough start at...

- Rob L

Elsy's Daycare

Ms. Elsy day care is more then just a day care, she provides in home activities which includes learning there ABC's,123 and they're colors,...

- Vanesa R.

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LITTLE PEOPLE PRESCHOOL

3595 TARAVAL ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1900/mo
Academic
International
Preschool
Kindergarten
Day Care
+ 1 more
Full-time Day Care center operating since August 2000 and serves San Francisco and Bay Area families.

Elisa F. says "I love them! We've been with them a little over a year now , since my son was two. Love the team and how strict and clean things are. They are very on top...

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Ellie's Family Daycare

1719 32nd Ave San Francisco, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

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 from 6 weeks to 5 years...

Rob L says "Ellie's Family Daycare has been wonderful for our daughter! Our daughter started here when she was 18 months old. We had a tough start at first -- it was...

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Elsy's Daycare

6518 3rd St San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
Elsy s Day care is a small bilingual (Spanish and English) licensed family based childcare serving the San Francisco area. Currently I have space for kids from five months old to five years old. My hours of operation are 7:00 am to 6:00pm. I provide daily activities that teaches color, shapes, letter and basics. I believe that...

Vanesa R. says "Ms. Elsy day care is more then just a day care, she provides in home activities which includes learning there ABC's,123 and they're colors, having my son...

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Angelina's Preschool

1851 Noriega St San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
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 program. We are a loving and...

David A says "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...

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A Star Bridge Mandarin Immersion Preschool and Child Care

Dewey Blvd. San Francisco, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

We offer Mandarin Immersion to children, ages 3 months to 5 years old. We accept Early Learning Scholarship (ELS) vouchers.

Care Member says "I feel really fortunate to have found this gem of a school for my now 2.5 yr old son.  They take daily walking trips to libraries or parks for music and...

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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 French Teach operates like in...

Brigitte C says "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...

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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 and new playground close to 26...

Vladimir says "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...

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Dolphin Stars Childcare

1331 HARRISON ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA

State license verified

starting at
$2880/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Reggio emilia
Preschool
+ 2 more
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 Francisco CA, we focus on...
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ALPHA KIDS ACADEMY, LLC (PS)

300 STONECREST DR SAN FRANCISCO, CA

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Child care
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 development and help prepare them...
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ALPHA KIDS ACADEMY, LLC

175 JUNIPERO SERRA BLVD SAN FRANCISCO, CA

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
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 to 6 and offers both...
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Stratford School San Francisco De Montfort

301 DE MONTFORT AVE SAN FRANCISCO, CA

State license verified

Academic
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
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, and Cayuga Terrace...
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Building Kidz San Fran on 20th

1258 20TH AVE SAN FRANCISCO, CA

State license verified

starting at
$2500/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 2 more
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, confidence, and commitment. Our...
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KANGAROOS PRESCHOOL

298 MONTEREY BLVD SAN FRANCISCO, CA

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Child care
We would like to thank you for giving us an opportunity to be a part of your child’s educational journey. Kangaroos Preschool has been successfully operating in San Francisco, CA 2009. We opened our first center in the Sunset district and have grown to house two more centers in San Francisco’s Glen Park and Noe Valley...
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Stratford School San Francisco Parkside

2425 19TH AVE SAN FRANCISCO, CA

State license verified

Academic
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
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 pre-kindergarten programs and...
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Building Kidz of San Francisco in Pacific Heights - Limited Spots!

2426 CALIFORNIA ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
International
+ 3 more
🌟 **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 growth in our students. Our...
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Stratford School San Francisco 14th Ave

645 14TH AVE SAN FRANCISCO, CA

State license verified

Academic
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Welcome to Stratford School 14th Avenue San Francisco Campus Announcing the expansion of our Mandarin Bilingual Program — Preschool through Elementary! 2024 Niche Best Schools Stratford Private Preschool, Elementary & Middle School in the Richmond District near Golden Gate Park, San Francisco is committed to providing quality...
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PANDA CHILDREN'S CENTER

2124 TARAVAL ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA

State license verified

starting at
$2560/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
International
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
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 complete safety. In addition to...
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Bambini Montessori School

2042 CLEMENT ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA

State license verified

starting at
$2525/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Preschool
+ 3 more
At Bambini, we offer a on Montessori-inspired early education designed for families who want more than just childcare—they want excellence, emotional connection, and a head start in life. Our intimate school setting ensures an exceptional teacher-to-student ratio, so every child receives personalized attention, support, and...
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Fun Flower Daycare

134 Milton St San Francisco, CA

State license verified

Fun Flower Daycare coordinators and associates provide a safe and healthy environment for children between the age of 1 and 4 years or age. We are a fully license home daycare and have been in business for over 12 years. We are currently interviewing families for toddler and infant spots that open in 2021 and 2022. Please...
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Little Dreamers Daycare

29 Pinto Ave San Francisco, CA

State license verified

Little Dreamers Daycare now is opening for enrollment from age 12 months to 5 years. We are a bilingual program which focus on Mandarin and English learning. We have enriched experiences working with young children. Since we are a new daycare, we have a good promotion to you! If you are interested in more details, please...
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FAQs for finding daycares near you 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.

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.

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.

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.

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