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Recent preschool reviews in San Francisco, CA

Munchkinland Preschool & Family Daycare

5.0

Our 2 1/2 year old son had the privilege of attending Munchkinland for 4 days. I don't usually write online reviews, but I feel that the experience was worth sharing. I found my interactions with Alice and all the staff to be very positive and professional. There was a wide variety of learning...

- Erik S

Gwiggles Preschool Llc

5.0

Tessa is amazing. She has cared for and tutored my nephew for 4 years. Our family loves her. She's been such an instrumental part of his growth and development, and we cherish all the time spent with her. Tessa is brilliant with kids. She was made for this! Just perfect. Doesn't get better. I...

- Vivien M

Little Star Daycare

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 while we were at work. Maritza took...

- Lara F

Señoritas Preschool

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 could tell you himself, I'm sure...

- Emily K

Ellie's Family Daycare

5.0

Teacher Elham is a very experienced teacher. She knows how to communicate with children. There are a variety of interesting and educational activities to raise a child ready for kindergarten.

- Elham A

Preschools in San Francisco, CA

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Munchkinland Preschool & Family Daycare

4710 Cabrillo St., San Francisco, CA 94121

Starting at $11/hr

Munchkinland Preschool & Family Daycare

Description:

Munchkinland cares for up to 12-14 Munchkins at a time. Our hours are 8 am to 6 pm, Monday through Friday. We are a year-round preschool/family daycare. We are a place for learning, creativity, inspiration,...

Recent reviews:

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...

Reviewed by Sophie S

5.0

(5)

Gwiggles Preschool Llc

701 China Basin St., San Francisco, CA 94158

Starting at $650/wk

Gwiggles Preschool Llc

Description:

Hello! Gwiggles currently has availability for children ages 2-4 years old. Our hours and rates are as follows: Full time (Mon - Fri 8:30am to 5:30pm) $650 a week Part time (Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30am to 5:30pm...

Recent reviews:

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...

Reviewed by Kristin K

5.0

(3)

Little Star Daycare

222 Athens St., San Francisco, CA 94112

Costimate: $415/wk

Little Star Daycare

Description:

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...

Recent reviews:

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...

Reviewed by Nicole T

5.0

(1)

Señoritas Preschool

SoMa Mission Bay, San Francisco, CA 94158

Starting at $2900/mo

Señoritas Preschool

Description:

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...

Recent review:

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...

Reviewed by Emily K

5.0

(6)

Ellie's Family Daycare

1719 32nd Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122

Starting at $1300/mo

Ellie's Family Daycare

Description:

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,...

Recent reviews:

5.0
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 almost a year into the COVID-19 pandemic and our...

Reviewed by Rob L

5.0

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Mi Casita Azul de Noe Valley Preschool

442 29th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103

Starting at $20/hr

Mi Casita Azul de Noe Valley Preschool

Description:

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...

Recent review:

5.0
Es muy interesante ,este trabajo .y muy clara y consisa la explicacion

Reviewed by Rosa G

5.0

(8)

Maria Montessori School Of The Golden Gate Co.

62 Lenox Way, San Francisco, CA 94127

Costimate: $475/wk

Description:

The Maria Montessori School of the Golden Gate offers programs to children, from toddler through elementary school age, designed to nurture the physical, social, cognitive and emotional progress of each...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Great Montessori preschool. My child loves coming to school.Coronavirus free. Great location. Great playground. Great teachers. Tara and her assistance are great with the children. All the students are happy...

Reviewed by Lily G

5.0

(1)

EFBA - Education Francaise Bay Area

640 Davis St Unit 26, San Francisco, CA 94111

Starting at $26/hr

EFBA - Education Francaise Bay Area

Description:

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...
5.0

(1)

Angelina's Preschool

1851 Noriega St, San Francisco, CA 94122

Starting at $1550/mo

Angelina's Preschool

Description:

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...

Recent review:

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...

Reviewed by David A

5.0

(2)

Small World Child Care

2223 39th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94116

Costimate: $358/wk

Small World Child Care

Description:

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,...

Recent reviews:

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 &...

Reviewed by Jennie

5.0

(1)

Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Center

660 Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA 94133

Costimate: $343/wk

Description:

CHILD DEVELOPMENT PRESCHOOL FOR AGES 6 months 5 YEARS OLD TEL HI s California-licensed preschool offers a fun, safe, enriching environment that will prepare your children to embrace a lifetime of learning!...

Recent review:

5.0
Very happy with the care our children receive here!

Reviewed by Claire T

5.0

(1)

Kids Kollege Preschool & Child Care Center

3939 Lawton St, San Francisco, CA 94122

Costimate: $336/wk

Description:

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...

Recent review:

5.0
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 they were their own I've looked at many preschools and...

Reviewed by Natalie K

5.0

(1)

Discovery Land Family Care & Preschool Program

1615 38th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94122

Costimate: $264/wk

Description:

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...

Recent review:

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...

Reviewed by Pan

Wind in the Willows

713 Monterey Boulevard, San Francisco, CA 94127

Starting at $850/mo

Wind in the Willows

Description:

WiTW is one of San Francisco's oldest preschool's. Nearing it's 50th year of serving young children, we are a small program that prides itself on giving parents a safe place to kick start their children's early...

Little Prodigy Daycare

455 19th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121

Starting at $2100/mo

Little Prodigy Daycare

Description:

Little Prodigy Daycare started April 2014. I have previously worked at a home-based daycare and loved the experience. When I had my first daughter, I realized I wanted to stay home and be with her, so opening a...

Blueside Preschool

1019 ASHBURY STREET APT. 1, San Francisco, CA 94117

Starting at $2800/mo

Blueside Preschool

Description:

Blueside Preschool is a Spanish Immersion program that offers early learning services to toddlers and preschool-age children. Curriculum adapts accordingly to children's needs, interests and learning styles....

Toddler Town Sf

1231 26th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122

Starting at $2150/mo

Toddler Town Sf

Description:

Providing your children with a safe, comfortable, and stimulating environment is our main focus. We feel what is important is the growing development of a child through play and creativity. Their experiences...

Gates & Bridges Preschool

1601 10th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122

Starting at $2309/mo

Gates & Bridges Preschool

Description:

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...

Sweet Arts LLC

1643 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109

Costimate: $363/wk

Sweet Arts LLC

Description:

We are an art studio for kids! Stay for as little as a 30-minute session, or join us for seasonal art camp, or a Saturday Date Night. Book us for a Sunday party! Tuesday & Thursday: Story & Art Time for...

World of Learning and Fun

2279 17th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116

Starting at $120/day

World of Learning and Fun

Description:

World of Learning and Fun has been in the business for over 30 years since 1981 with an active, loving atmosphere. World of Learning and Fun is a large and newly equipped daycare with a homelike setting where...

Always Learning and Growing

1237 JFK Dr, San Francisco, CA 94121

Starting at $30/day

Always Learning and Growing

Description:

We are a forest school class for preschoolers, age 3-6 yrs. 9:30am-1:30pm and nature camp for kids 3-8 yrs on holidays and school breaks 9am-3pm. This program is designed to give kids an opportunity to...

Wise Forest Preschool

4115 Lincoln Way Apt 5, San Francisco, CA 94122

Starting at $68/hr

Wise Forest Preschool

Description:

Our nature-immersion outdoor preschool is now open for enrollment for our upcoming Fall semester (beginning in September) and we'd love for more local families to join our community! Our play-based curriculum...

Shining Star Bilingual Montessori

610 20th Street, San Francisco, CA 94107

Costimate: $356/wk

Shining Star Bilingual Montessori

Description:

Our school is located in the Dogpatch neighborhood of San Francisco. It is the only authentic Montessori preschool and one of the best bilingual Montessori preschool in the Potrero Hill area. Our unique...

The Forest School

Stern Grove, San Francisco, CA 94122

Starting at $1350/mo

Description:

We are a Reggio preschool operating out of the beautiful Stern Grove Park.

Little Star Preschool Too

1105 Quintara Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

Starting at $1550/mo

Description:

Little Star we believe a quality program should include a well-planned, creative, age-appropriate curriculum, with teacher-guided activities as well as time for individual exploration and free play. Throughout...

C5 Children's School

525 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102

Starting at $2290/mo

C5 Children's School

Description:

C5 Children's School is an innovative leader in world wide best practices in providing expert nurturing and optimal early childhood learning and development. We feature a program that is a child-centered,...

Tinycare Mission Bay

353 King Street, San Francisco, CA 94158

Costimate: $341/wk

Tinycare Mission Bay

Description:

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...

Cole Valley Gan Preschool

1300 Shrader Street, San Francisco, CA 94117

Costimate: $372/wk

Cole Valley Gan Preschool

Description:

The Cole Valley Gan is a Jewish preschool program offering a curriculum that encourages learning through play. Teachers provide children with the tools necessary to build confidence, kindness, innovation,...

Panda Garden Childcare

2570 23rd Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116

Costimate: $379/wk

Panda Garden Childcare

Description:

Welcome to panda garden children center! We are accepting ELS vouchers now. We are a Mandarin-immersion childcare center in the Sunset district of San Francisco since 2011. We provide high quality child...

Peekadoodle

4228 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118

Costimate: $425/wk

Peekadoodle

Description:

Peekadoodle offers preschool programs for ages 20 months+ at our Inner Richmond location. Our school takes a balanced approach to learning. We offer part-time and full-time scheduling, with early care and...

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Preschools in San Francisco, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 182 listed preschools.