Play-based preschool & daycare, rooted in relationships.
At Wonder Years School, children thrive in a supportive, close-knit community where hands-on exploration meets meaningful relationships — paving the way for a lifetime of growth and discovery.
- Licensed by the State of California
- Open 8 AM – 5:30 PM, year-round
- Play-based, STEAM-rich curriculum
- Big outdoor playground
“It’s everything I hoped for and more!”
Thoughtfully crafted journeys for every age.
From first giggles to preschool projects, each classroom pairs warm relationships with age-appropriate adventures. We offer 12-month, 10-month and summer programs, with part-time and half-time options.
3 months – 12 monthsInfant Program
Our infant program serves children between the ages of 3 months and 12 months, and follows primary caregiving to meet each child's unique needs.
- Teacher ratio
- 1:3
- Tuition from
- $3,400/mo
1 year – 2 yearsToddler Program
Our Toddler program serves children between the ages of 12 months and 2 years and is responsive to each child's developmental and learning potentials, needs and characteristics.
- Teacher ratio
- 1:4
- Tuition from
- $3,400/mo
2 years – 5 yearsPreschool Program
Our Preschool program serves children between the ages of 2 years and 5 years and focuses on school readiness and promoting a love of learning.
- Teacher ratio
- 1:6
- Tuition from
- $2,750/mo
- Infant, toddler and preschool classrooms under one roof.
- 3 mo – 5 yrs
- Infant, toddler and preschool classrooms under one roof.
- Small teacher-to-child ratios for infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
- 1:3 · 1:4 · 1:6
- Small teacher-to-child ratios for infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
- Open Monday to Friday, year-round, with full-time and part-time options.
- 8:00 – 5:30
- Open Monday to Friday, year-round, with full-time and part-time options.
- AM snack, hot lunch and PM snack every day for toddlers and preschoolers.
- Meals included
- AM snack, hot lunch and PM snack every day for toddlers and preschoolers.
An eclectic approach to education.
Our goal is to ensure your little one's success in life.
Children are provided with a rich learning environment, responsive relationships, a place to imagine, create and express themselves cultivating a love of learning in this ever changing world. Exploration, learning, friendship, fun and joy are part of the journey.
- Personalized
- Small classes
- Play based
- STEAM focused
- Hands-on approach
- Diverse teachers & students
- Experienced staff
Providing the best possible start to your child's education
Wonder Years School philosophy incorporates elements of different early childhood philosophies such as Reggio Emilia, Montessori, and Play based to provide a high quality early childhood program which focuses on the holistic development of children.
Our unique approach to education
Wonder Years School's Emergent Curriculum is designed based on children's interest, developmental levels and unique needs. An emergent and flexible curriculum pursues wonder, promotes creativity and innovation, actively seeks knowledge and finds joy at every turn.
Parents ❤️ us — and we love their little ones right back.
“The Director is incredible—so organized, caring, and truly invested in every child’s well-being.”
As a first-time parent, finding the right daycare was really important, and I feel so lucky to have found Wonder Years right as they opened. The space is immaculate, bright, and thoughtfully designed, with a massive outdoor playground in the backyard.
The Director is incredible—so organized, caring, and truly invested in every child’s well-being. The teachers are just as wonderful, and my son has completely taken to his teacher, which has made the transition so easy… I couldn’t be happier with our experience at Wonder Years—it’s everything I hoped for and more!
“The caregivers are exceptionally attentive and nurturing, giving us complete confidence that our son is in wonderful hands.”
We feel so fortunate to have found The Wonder Years school and recently joined the community. The newly renovated building feels very safe, clean and a nurturing environment for kids. There’s a great outdoor space for the kids to use.
The caregivers are exceptionally attentive and nurturing, giving us complete confidence that our son is in wonderful hands. The school director is very professional and organized. We are very happy to be part of the school!
A peek inside.
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In the heart of SF’s Richmond District.
A bright, newly renovated school on 21st Avenue in San Francisco, with a big outdoor playground for adventures every day.
Phone
Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM, year-round
Questions parents ask us
Get answers to the most commonly asked questions about Wonder Years School’s programs, policies and services. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Send us a note.
We accept children from 3 months to 5 years old in our infant, toddler, and preschool programs in San Francisco.
Wonder Years School is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, year-round. We offer full-time and part-time options for working families in San Francisco.
Our ratios are: Infant Program 1:3, Toddler Program 1:4, and Preschool Program 1:6, ensuring personalized attention for each child.
We use a play-based, emergent curriculum inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, focusing on hands-on learning, STEAM activities, and social-emotional development.
Yes, we are fully licensed by the State of California. Our license numbers are: Infant License #384004810, and Preschool License #384004811.
No, we do not accept ELS vouchers.
Monthly tuition for the Infant and Toddler programs is $3,400 full time (8:30 AM – 3:00 PM) or $3,600 extended (8:00 AM – 5:30 PM). The Preschool program is $2,750 full time or $2,950 extended. Part-time and half-time options are available — contact us for details.
Yes, for toddlers and preschoolers: an AM snack, a freshly made hot lunch and a PM snack are included in tuition every day. For infants, parents provide food and bottles from home.
Yes. Depending on your child's and your family's readiness, we fully support toilet training at school by creating and following a toileting plan together with parents.
You can pick a time online at wonderyears.school/book-tour, call us at 415-209-5488, or email info@wonderyears.school. We are at 380 21st Ave in the Richmond District of San Francisco.
Discover, learn and grow — come see us in person.
Tours are the best way to feel the warmth of our classrooms, meet our teachers and ask every question on your list. Pick a time that works for you, or reach out and we’ll find one together.
