Play-based Daycares in San Francisco CA

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Recent Reviews for Play-based Daycares in San Francisco CA
Golden Gate Guppies Preschool, LLC
"Our daughters have been attending Golden Gate Guppies since they were a little over 2.5 years old. It is such a great community, wonderful kids and good teachers that really care" Read More
Mi Casita Azul, San Francisco
"We toured Mi Casita Azul and came away thoroughly impressed. Their house is beautiful, Cynthia and the other teachers are incredibly friendly. I even wanted to stay and play!" Read More
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many play-based daycares and preschools are there in San Francisco?
There are 48 play-based daycares and preschools in San Francisco, based on CareLuLu data. This includes 12 home-based programs and 36 centers.
How much does daycare cost in San Francisco?
The cost of daycare in San Francisco is $812 per month. This is the average price for full-time, based on CareLuLu data, including homes and centers.
How many play-based daycares and preschools offer part-time care or drop-in care in San Francisco?
Based on CareLuLu data, 35 play-based daycares and preschools offer part-time care or drop-in care in San Francisco.
How many play-based daycares and preschools teach a foreign language in San Francisco (Spanish, French, Chinese, etc.)?
Based on CareLuLu data, 24 play-based daycares and preschools speak at least one foreign language. Most common languages include Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Chinese and Russian.
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