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Congregation Beth Sholom

Congregation Beth Sholom

Jewish Family Preschool Congregation Beth Sholom is a child care center in SAN FRANCISCO, ... Read More

4.3- 21 Reviews
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94118
2 years - 5 years
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Center, Religion based
Argonne Pre K

Argonne Pre K

Argonne Early Education School offers Prekindergarten (PK) and Transitional Kindergarten (... Read More

4.0- 4 Reviews
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94118
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 7:30am - 5:30pm
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Center, Play based
Centro Primeros Pasos®

Centro Primeros Pasos®

Centro Primeros Pasos is a child care center in SAN FRANCISCO, California. Care is offered... Read More

4.0- 4 Reviews
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94124
Up to 23 months
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Center
Baby Prodigy Nursery

Baby Prodigy Nursery

Baby Prodigy Nursery is a child care center in SAN FRANCISCO, California. Care is offered ... Read More

5.0- 2 Reviews
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94121
Up to 23 months
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Center
Kinderhaus

Kinderhaus

Kinderhaus is a German immersion preschool for children aged 2.9 to 5 years. The program r... Read More

4.4- 8 Reviews
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94124
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 8:30am - 5:30pm
$1,944/month
Center, Bilingual, Language immersion, Play based
SOUTHEAST FAMILIES UNITED/MISSION HEAD START

SOUTHEAST FAMILIES UNITED/MISSION HEAD START

Southeast Families United/Mission Head Start is a child care center in SAN FRANCISCO, Cali... Read More

SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94124
2 years - 5 years
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Center
SOUTHEAST FAMILIES UNITED/CHILDREN'S CENTER

SOUTHEAST FAMILIES UNITED/CHILDREN'S CENTER

Southeast Families United/Children's Center is a child care center in SAN FRANCISCO, Calif... Read More

SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94124
Up to 23 months
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Center
Lone Mountain Children's Center

Lone Mountain Children's Center

Lone Mountain offers three distinct preschool programs that nurture children's social, cog... Read More

5.0- 2 Reviews
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94129
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 8:30am - 2:00pm
$1,380-2,760/month
Center, Academic, Play based
WU YEE CHILDREN'S SERVICES- SCOTIA ELC

WU YEE CHILDREN'S SERVICES- SCOTIA ELC

Wu Yee Children's Services Scotia Elc is a child care center in SAN FRANCISCO, California... Read More

SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94124
Up to 23 months
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Cornerstone Academy

Cornerstone Academy

A private, faith-based school offering bilingual education in English and Cantonese for st... Read More

SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94134
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Sat/Sun, 8:00am - 6:00pm
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Center, Academic, Bilingual
YMCA OF SF., RICHMOND BRANCH, ARGONNE SITE

YMCA OF SF., RICHMOND BRANCH, ARGONNE SITE

Ymca Of Sf., Richmond Branch, Argonne Site is a child care center in SAN FRANCISCO, Califo... Read More

SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94121
5 years - 14 years
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Center
YMCA OF SF., RICHMOND BRANCH, LAFAYETTE SITE

YMCA OF SF., RICHMOND BRANCH, LAFAYETTE SITE

Ymca Of Sf., Richmond Branch, Lafayette Site is a child care center in SAN FRANCISCO, Cali... Read More

SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94121
5 years - 14 years
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Center

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Frequently asked questions about San Francisco daycares

How much does daycare cost in San Francisco, CA?

Daycare prices in San Francisco vary by your child's age, the type of program, and the neighborhood. Infant daycare typically costs more than toddler or preschool programs. On UrbanSitter, you can compare pricing for daycares in San Francisco and filter by budget to find an option that fits your family.

How can I choose the right daycare in San Francisco, CA?

Start by touring locations, checking licensing information, and reviewing each program's approach to care. It also helps to bring a list of daycare interview questions to guide your visit. UrbanSitter lets you compare options side by side, see which daycares have open spots, and join waitlists for programs you love.

Do daycares offer part-time or drop-in care in San Francisco?

Some providers offer part-time daycare and drop-in daycare for same-day needs. UrbanSitter helps you see which San Francisco daycares offer part-time care and which locations support drop-in options so you can find a match for your schedule.

What's the difference between daycare and preschool?

Daycare programs typically support infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children with full- or part-time schedules. Preschool programs usually have a more structured, education-focused curriculum. You can learn more in our guide, Is preschool the same as daycare?

Are daycare expenses tax deductible?

Daycare itself isn't deductible, but many San Francisco families qualify for the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit or a Dependent Care FSA. These programs can help lower the cost of care. Learn more in our guide to daycare tax benefits.

What age is best to start daycare?

Families start daycare at different ages depending on availability, budget, and personal preference. Experts generally recommend choosing the age that aligns with your child's developmental needs. Explore common starting ages in our guide on the best and worst ages to start daycare.