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Infant Daycares in San Francisco, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 78 listed infant daycares

Shining Stars Academy

The Shining Star Academy is such a sweet, caring, nurturing and thoughtful environment, which have allowed our kids to blossom. All of the...

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Dolphin Stars Childcare

Dolphin Stars Daycare is very good! We love it!

- Erika L.

Shayna's Family Daycare

We have had 2 boys at Shayna's for the past 2.5 years and have had a great experience. Shayna and Loren take wonderful care of the...

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Infant Daycare Centers Near San Francisco, CA

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Shining Stars Academy

2935 24TH AVE SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$2100/mo
International
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
In-Home daycare
WE HAVE infant and a toddler spot available. Plenty of parking! ⭐️LICENSE NUMBER: 384004696 ⭐️ San Francisco Sunset District ⭐️Safe sunny backyard ⭐️Open Full Year M-F 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. ⭐️ High Standards of Education ⭐️Art, Music, Sports, Science, Math, Language, Speech Development ⭐️ Musical...

Care Member says "The Shining Star Academy is such a sweet, caring, nurturing and thoughtful environment, which have allowed our kids to blossom. All of the teachers are...

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Dolphin Stars Childcare

1331 HARRISON ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$2880/mo
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Child care
+ 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...

Erika L. says "Dolphin Stars Daycare is very good! We love it! "

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Shayna's Family Daycare

1745 Clement Street San Francisco, CA

State license verified

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 trainer. We are a very...
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Fun Flower Daycare

134 Milton St San Francisco, CA

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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Rising Star Family Childcare

33 Seneca Ave San Francisco, CA

We are a licensed bilingual family childcare. We speak Chinese (Cantonese & Mandarin) and English who can help your children expand their language ability and cultural diversity and support bilingual learning. Our curriculum is play-based, and we offer children many kinds of learning experiences and opportunities...
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Rutty's Little Explorers Day Care

1351 South Van Ness Ave San Francisco, CA

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 I will like to...
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Tinycare Mission Bay

353 King Street San Francisco, CA

Waldorf
Reggio emilia
Montessori
Child care
Tinycare is a village of urban micro-centers that focus on infant, toddler, and preschool care. Our program offers a Mandarin bilingual curriculum for 18 - 41 month olds. We believe in creating intentional and natural environments that inspire whole-child development. Children participate in two hours of daily outdoor play with...
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Ircebabies World

500 Cayuga Ave. San Francisco, CA

State license verified

Ircebabies World is a nurturing, clean, safe and secure program located in a quiet neighborhood called Mission Terrace. We created a supportive environment in which every child can be assisted to meet their developmental milestones. Our curriculum includes developmental, art and played based activities to approach their social...
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Ellie's Family Daycare

1719 32nd Ave San Francisco, CA

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...
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Shayna's Family Daycare

1745 CLEMENT ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$3000/mo
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
Shayna and Loren, both natives of San Francisco's Richmond District, bring a wealth of experience to their child care practice. Shayna has dedicated over 25 years to caring for children and infants, while Loren has contributed more than 15 years to the field. They have nannied, operated a daycare, and Shayna is also a certified...

Care Member says "We have had 2 boys at Shayna's for the past 2.5 years and have had a great experience. Shayna and Loren take wonderful care of the children and have...

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Building Kidz San Fran on 20th

1258 20TH AVE SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Day Care
Kindergarten
+ 2 more
Building Kidz on 20th Ave is proud to provide our community high-quality infant, 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...

Care Member says "New school, convenient location and kind staff."

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Señorita's Preschool

SoMa Mission Bay San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
+ 1 more
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 projects, arts and crafts,...

Emily K says "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...

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Creative Gardens

1429 VALENCIA ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Creative Gardens provides a high quality childcare and preschool experience by incorporating programming from Gymboree Play & Music, the global leader in early childhood development. Our programs are enriching, safe, and nurturing; Our facility is brand new, clean, bright, and inviting. We have part time and full time programs...

Yang Y. says "My daughter has been attending here for the past 1.5 years. They are very caring and tentative. My daughter has learned and grown a lot. They are very...

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Child care
Preschool
Kids Kollege Preschool and Childcare Care Center located at 3939 Lawton Street, San Francisco, California, offers childcare and learning services. The school is open from seven AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after-...

Natalie K says "The staff is incredible they are wonderful with each and every child they have plenty of teachers to watch over all the little ones and treat them as if...

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Mis Amigos Daycare

314 Cortland Avenue SAN FRANCISCO, CA

starting at
$2875/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
International
Child care
+ 2 more
Mis Amigos Daycare in San Francisco is an in-home, play-based daycare offering full Spanish immersion, a no-screen policy, and nurturing care for infants and toddlers in Bernal Heights. Children learn through hands-on activities in a safe, home-like setting that celebrates Spanish language and culture
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Angel Baby Child Care

1779 21st Ave San Francisco, CA

Welcome to Angel Baby Childcare. We are a fully licensed day care centre with excellent reputation in the neighborhood. Our daycare is committed to providing quality child care and play programs specialized for infant and toddler. Angel Baby is a California licensed daycare, supported by many years of child rearing...
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Claudette M. Garma

1961 Lombard Street San Francisco, CA

My name is Claudette and I have been licensed to provide day care from my home since 1995. Before that, I was a partner in a larger day care facility from 1990-1995. I can provide references for interested parents, prior to a fun onsite interview at my home. I have a cozy little daycare where I care for 3 to 4 babies per day,...
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Magic Kingdom Of Learning

701 27th Avenue San Francisco, CA

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
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 safest childcare facility during...
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All Smiles Family Childcare

410 Serrano Ave San Francisco, CA

IMMEDIATE 5DAY OPEN SPOT FOR CHILD 18 MONTHS AND OLDER! BOOK YOUR TOUR NOW! WE ARE A LICENSED, IN-HOME DAYCARE INFANT and TODDLER availability! NEW SATURDAY PROGRAM 9AM-3PM ($140/Saturday) BASIC INFORMATION: Open: Monday-Saturday Philosophy: Play-Based with Curriculum Ages: 12 months- 4.5yrs Calendar: Full...
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Building Kidz of San Francisco on 20th Ave

1214 20TH AVE SAN FRANCISCO, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Day Care
Kindergarten
+ 2 more
Building Kidz on 20th Ave is proud to provide our community high-quality infant, 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...
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FAQs for finding infant daycares near you in San Francisco, CA

Infant daycare in San Francisco, CA provides a safe and structured environment designed specifically for newborns and babies. Benefits can include consistent daily routines, early social interaction, and exposure to age-appropriate activities that support cognitive and emotional development. Many parents also value the peace of mind that comes from knowing their child is cared for by trained professionals.

Choosing the right infant daycare in San Francisco, CA involves evaluating factors such as staff experience, caregiver-to-infant ratios, cleanliness, safety practices, and daily routines. Many families schedule tours to observe how caregivers interact with infants, ask about feeding and nap schedules, and ensure the environment aligns with their expectations and parenting style.

To find infant daycare in San Francisco, CA, many families browse local listings and compare daycare centers based on location, reviews, availability, and program details. Reviewing multiple options and contacting providers directly can help you better understand their approach to infant care and determine which center is the best fit.

The cost of infant daycare in San Francisco, CA as of April, 2026 can vary depending on the center, hours of care, and level of service provided. Infant care is often more expensive than care for older children due to lower caregiver-to-child ratios and the level of attention required. Families often compare multiple centers to find an option that fits their budget and schedule.

When evaluating infant daycare in San Francisco, CA, parents often look for a clean and safe environment, experienced caregivers, and clear policies around feeding, sleep, and communication. It’s also important to observe how staff interact with infants and whether the center provides a nurturing and responsive environment that supports early development.

Many families in San Francisco, CA begin searching for infant daycare several months in advance, especially in areas where availability is limited. Starting early can give you more options, allow time for tours and comparisons, and help ensure you secure a spot that aligns with your preferred schedule.

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