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My Happy Place
5.0
We were extremely fortunate to have had MHP's owner (Eugenia) care for our oldest child (now 4.5 years old) for two years as part of a nanny share agreement prior to her opening her wonderful in-home daycare. Eugenia is incredibly caring, capable, flexible, reliable/dependable and does a great job...
- Andy P
Shayna's Family Daycare
5.0
My daughter attended Citikids for 3 years and our family loved it! The owner, Shayna, is very responsible, caring and wonderful with children. My daughter adored her and really enjoyed all the field trips and special days. I feel blessed that we found this daycare. My daughter thrived with all...
- Shoshana Z
Gwiggles Preschool Llc
5.0
My son has been attending Gwiggles Preschool since November 2018 and he loves it there!! We have been VERY impressed with the teachers Tessa and Tina. They are just amazing with the kiddos and our son has grown so much since joining. They helped him to become potty trained, taught him to try...
- Kristin K
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
Little Sprouts Family Child Care
5.0
Sharon has provided our daughter (now 2 years old) with the best level of care that any parent can hope for - we could not be any happier! We have the comfort of knowing she is enrolled in a safe and flourishing environment, and have witnessed so much growth in our daughter these last 7 months. We...
- Sylvia H
Family daycares in San Francisco, CA
5.0
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5.0
"We feel so fortunate to have found Eugenia's daycare. She has been so wonderful with our daughter who started there when she was 5 months old and is now 2 years old. Eugenia treats her as her own child and shows her so much love. Our daughter is always excited when...
Brie
5.0
(1)
I am a mother of two amazing children as well as a childcare owner. I have taken care of children since I was 11 years old. I have 26+ years experience, I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I have owned a childcare for 4 years as well as a postpartum doula, infant breastfeeding specialist and sleep...
5.0
"My daughter attended Citikids for 3 years and our family loved it! The owner, Shayna, is very responsible, caring and wonderful with children. My daughter adored her and really enjoyed all the field trips and special days. I feel blessed that we found this...
Shoshana Z
5.0
(5)
Hello! Gwiggles currently has availability for children ages 3 - 5.5 years old.
Our hours and rates are as follows:
Full time (Mon - Fri 8:30am to 5:30pm) $650 a week
Pick up and drop off times are flexible.
Temporary and Drop in care is available on a limited basis.
Families who enroll...
5.0
"My son has been attending Gwiggles Preschool since November 2018 and he loves it there!! We have been VERY impressed with the teachers Tessa and Tina. They are just amazing with the kiddos and our son has grown so much since joining. They helped him to become...
Kristin K
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
"My 10 month old daughter is here with Mrs. Maritza and LOVES it. As a mother it is such a piece of mind knowing my daughter is safe and comfortable while I am away at work. Since the moment we toured we fell in love with the place and the care provided. Natalia has...
Jazmin M
5.0
(2)
Hi parents, Little Sprouts is a licensed bilingual family daycare in Mission Bay neighborhood. We care for ages 3 months to 4 years old children. Little Sprouts Daycare offers a loving, nurturing, clean, and safe environment for your growing little ones. The happiness, growth, and development of our...
5.0
"Sharon has provided our daughter (now 2 years old) with the best level of care that any parent can hope for - we could not be any happier! We have the comfort of knowing she is enrolled in a safe and flourishing environment, and have witnessed so much growth in our...
Sylvia H
5.0
(3)
Munchkinland cares for up to 12-14 Munchkins at a time.
Our hours are 8am to 5:30pm M-TH, 8-5pm on Fridays. We are a year-round preschool/family daycare.
We are a place for learning, creativity, inspiration, love, kindness, growth, and fun!
At Munchkinland, we use an eclectic child-centered...
5.0
"Miss Alice and her staff at Munchkinland go beyond the scope of what I believe regular daycare/preschool teachers do for their kids. Our daughter was so incredibly happy to go to school everyday, and we were sent on average 15 photos a day of their various...
Sophie S
5.0
(2)
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
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
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 daughter started at happy child family day care at 3.5 months. What I loved about her daycare vs others we viewed was that the facility was clean and uncluttered. It was a calming place for my daughter to grow. Gloria and her mom are incredibly caring and...
Corinne W
5.0
(6)
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-...
5.0
"Our daughter has been in Sandmann for a year, and we have absolutely loved every single day. She goes to school and cannot wait to wave to me from the window so she can go and play with her friends.
For us, it was important that she is a safe and loving...
Relja M
5.0
(2)
We believe that children grow, learn, and thrive by following their own unique style of discovery. It is our goal to provide an environment that engages children with developmentally-appropriate activities and materials. In our program, children will feel supported as they engage with new ideas and...
5.0
"Lola's school has been so wonderful for our little -now two year old...play focused days, with healthy and natural homemade meals, cozy, clean environment with outside time focus as well as lots of great learning. Lola is super caring, safe and thoughtful - just...
Allison S
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 6-month-old son goes to Ellie Daycare and we have had a very positive experience there. Elham is knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and really cares about our son. She's very accommodating to his schedule and he sleeps and eats very well. She provides lots of...
Alexi C
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
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 G
5.0
(2)
Small World Child Care is a licensed Mandarin Immersion Family Child Care located in Sunset Area!
This is a safe, healthy and educational small world! We provide nutritious meals including breakfast, snacks, and lunch. Children communicate in Mandarin daily. They also develop their social,...
5.0
"My son has been at this center since November 2014. Eileen is super caring, flexible & very experienced with young children. We like the fact that she keeps us informed, keeps a daily log of my son's feedings & diapers and when think he'll be able to "grow" into...
Jennie
5.0
(1)
I am a licensed family care provider with over 12+ years of experience. I established Discovery Land Family Care & Preschool in 2004. I am a Best of CitySearch.com Day care Winner! I am CPR and First-Aid certified, and our experienced pre-K teachers provide a stimulating curriculum. We have weekly...
5.0
"We had a bad experience with my son's previous daycare so we were very careful when choosing a preschool for him. Needless to say, when my son started attending, we had a lot of anxiety because of our previous experience. Lina handled the separation anxiety...
Pan
5.0
(1)
5.0
"Closed in 2005.....pls delete listing"
Ann S
Hi Parents,
Happy Panda Day Care is a small licensed family child care located at San Francisco Parkside district. Our location is easy access to free way and public transportation. With years experience in early childhood field, we are proud to provide high quality of child care to our community...
Shining Stars Academy welcomes children of all backgrounds, ages 12 months-5 years old. We are a large Family Child Care with a fully equipped, safe playground for outdoors. Our preschool is located in Sunset, San Francisco in a safe, family-friendly neighborhood with free parking always available...
Early childhood is a time of remarkable brain development. The education that children receive during these years creates the foundation for their future growth, development and learning potential.
At the MagicLand Family Daycare, we are dedicated to cultivating creative, compassionate and...
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in San Francisco, CA
What should I look for in a family daycare near me in San Francisco, CA?
When looking for a family daycare near you in San Francisco, CA, the most important thing to consider is the safety, comfort, and well-being of your child. Depending on your family's needs, make sure to inquire about the family daycare provider's experience in caring for children of similar ages. Ask about their qualifications, resources available for learning and development, such as toys or educational materials. Additionally, consider inquiring about how the family daycare provider structures their days; if they provide meals or snacks; and if they allow you to have a tour of their facility. It is also important that you feel comfortable with the family daycare provider and that they understand your family's values and priorities. Taking these points into consideration when selecting a family daycare can help ensure that your child has a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive.
How do I know if a family daycare provider near me in San Francisco, CA is right for my family?
When selecting a family daycare provider, families may want to consider factors such as location, value for costs, hours of operation, and licensing requirements and monitoring standards. Additionally, it is worth evaluating any safety regulations in place at the facility and paying attention to reviews from past or current clients. Upon visiting the family daycare near you in San Francisco, CA, there should be a sense that it is clean and well-organized, and the staff should be friendly and welcoming. All of these aspects help ensure that not only are the family's needs met and children are receiving the best possible care.
What are some tips for choosing a family daycare provider near me in San Francisco, CA?
When choosing family daycare near you in San Francisco, CA, it is essential to be thorough! Consider what's most important to you and when choosing a child care provider, and don't be afraid to ask questions when interviewing potential daycares. You should also schedule a visit to meet with the family daycare provider and observe the environment. You may ask them questions such as: How does the daycare staff interact with the children? Are there toys, materials, and appropriate activities for the age group of children in their care? Are there any qualifications, certifications, background checks, and child-to-adult ratio of staff information they can share with you? All of these questions as well as any additional considerations that are important to you should help you make an informed decision.
Ratings for San Francisco, CA family daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Family Daycares in San Francisco, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews of the 84 listed family daycares.