Tinker Preschool is a progressive early childhood program that emphasizes the importance of connecting with nature and engaging S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) education. We are a forest program in that your children will spend about 1/2 of their time outdoors daily. We are a team of experienced educators who are passionate about building on the individual interests of children, in the classroom and beyond. Together, we have created a nurturing learning environment that encourages innovation, invites creativity, and inspires multifaceted thinking.
Petite Explorer Preschool is in the heart of the Mission District right in the middle of San Francisco. It was founded and designed by a family, for families. We created our school with the intention that children come first in our program. Inspired from ideas from the Reggio-Emilia approach as well as PBL(Project Based Learning), we believe children are competent, curious, and creative. Our mission is to provide each student the opportunity to explore, question, discover, and learn through safe and nurturing relationships and supportive environments.
As a parent-run, parent-staffed, cooperative pre-preschool, Puddle Jumpers Workshop helps ease the transition from home to school by providing constant contact with a community of involved families, as well as professional activity leaders. We offer a high-quality, yet affordable, daycare experience for our 12-15 member families. Up to eight children attend daily, with at least two parents on duty at all times and at least one professional preschool teacher on site each day. Puddle Jumpers Workshop is managed, funded and maintained by our members. Puddle Jumpers Workshop is inspired by the Reggio Emelia approach to early childhood learning; we emphasize free play, positive learning experiences, unconditional caring and good nutrition, relying on organic foods wherever possible. We build learning into our every day activities because we believe children respond better when they are engaged, active, and having fun.
Stratford Private Preschool and Elementary School in the Ingleside District of San Francisco is committed to providing quality education and care to children in the San Francisco, Ingleside, Stonestown, Sunnyside, Cayuga Terrace, and Highland Park communities and beyond. Stratford School is accredited by WASC and offers a challenging private school curriculum where tradition meets 21st century learning for students in Pre-K through 5th grade. Contact us to schedule a private tour today. We are conveniently located off Ocean Avenue near City College.
Since 1947, Laurel Hill has put play at the heart of learning. Through play, children practice sharing, listening, taking turns, and expressing big feelings—building empathy, resilience, and confidence as surely as they build towers of blocks. Research shows that this kind of open-ended exploration strengthens creativity, focus, and problem-solving. When children imagine, experiment, and make choices, they’re learning to think for themselves and to work with others—skills that last a lifetime. Here, you don’t just drop your child off—you step into their world. In our parent cooperative model, families join the classroom one day each week, seeing growth firsthand and forming friendships that often last well beyond preschool. Parents gain hands-on experience, practical tools, and a supportive community through workdays, parent education nights, and shared responsibilities. It’s more than volunteering—it’s shared joy, personal growth, and lasting connection.
Music and Spanish In-Home Preschool and Daycare Program!
Presidio Knolls School is a progressive Mandarin immersion school with a preschool program and emerging K-8th grade program. Our mission is to educate and inspire our students to become creative, confident and engaged global citizens.
Little Wonders Montessori Preschool is set up in a two-part structure composed of two separate schools, one dedicated to early preschool curriculum and basic progressive Montessori activities (18 months through 3 years), the other focusing on a kindergarten prep curriculum and more advanced Montessori activities (4 to 6 years). We offer rolling admission and accept students at any age between 18 months and 5 years. Call us today to learn more about our program.
