29 Infant & Toddler Daycares in San Francisco, California
Find the best infant & toddler daycares in San Francisco, California. Browse 29 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.
Best Infant & Toddler Daycares in San Francisco
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — infant & toddler daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
- 1Montessori School Of The Bay Area INC. - Infant4.76 score5(16)
1550 Eddy Street, San Francisco, CA · Capacity: 18 children
Parents consistently praise Montessori School of the Bay Area for its loving, attentive care and nurturing environment. Director Ms. Vasi and her experienced teaching staff are highlighted as deeply invested in children's development and highly communicative with families. Children show genuine enthusiasm for attending school and demonstrate strong developmental progress across academic and social-emotional skills.
Experiencedcaringand loving staff; Director Ms. Vasi's involved leadership and mentorship; Cleanwell-maintained facilities; Extended hours (7:30am-6pm); Montessori curriculum emphasizing exploration and learning; Strong communication with parents about daily activities and developmental milestones; Continuity from infant through pre-K; Bilingual exposure; Staff longevity (15-20+ years); Family partnership approach to challenges like potty training - 2Grace Infant Care Center4.6 score4.9(10)
3201 Ulloa Street, San Francisco, CA · Capacity: 15 children
The reviews provided are not for a daycare center but for Dharma Treasure Temple, a Buddhist meditation and learning facility. There is a significant mismatch between the stated daycare name/purpose and the actual review content.
None mentioned - 3Marin Day Schools - Hills Plaza Campus (Infant)4.5 score5(5)
2 Harrison St., #150, San Francisco, CA · Capacity: 21 children
Parents consistently praise Marin Day Schools Hills Plaza Campus for exceptional infant and toddler care with warm, attentive staff and engaging developmental activities. The center is noted for excellent communication with families through daily photos/videos and real-time updates, strong health and safety protocols, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
Caring and responsive teachersengaging and creative activitiesexcellent parent communication with daily photos and videosstrong COVID safety precautions - 4Letterman Digital Arts Ccc (Infant)4.45 score4.7(9)
One Letterman Drive, Bldg. B, San Francisco, CA · Capacity: 40 children
Reviews are extremely positive with all ratings of 3-5 stars. Parents praise the facility's beautiful green space, imaginative environment, and world-class campus design. The location in San Francisco's Presidio with Star Wars-themed elements is highlighted as a unique feature.
Beautiful green spaceimaginative environmentworld-class facility designhistoric Presidio location - 5Kids By The Bay - Infant4.38 score5(3)
90 Seventh Street, San Francisco, CA · Capacity: 42 children
- 6Sfsu - Children'S Campus (Infant)4.23 score4.8(2)
N. State Dr.&Lake Merced Blvd., San Francisco, CA · Capacity: 36 children
- 7Associated Students Children'S Center - Infant4.23 score4.8(2)
1650 Holloway Avenue, San Francisco, CA · Capacity: 40 children
- 8Compass Children'S Center-Infants4.17 score5(1)
144 Leavenworth Street, San Francisco, CA · Capacity: 27 children
- 9Slippery Fish Initiative INC.-Infant4.17 score5(1)
999 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco, CA · Capacity: 23 children
- 10St. Nicholas Day Care And Preschool-Infant4.17 score5(1)
5200 Diamond Heights Blvd., San Francisco, CA · Capacity: 39 children
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Infant & Toddler Daycares in San Francisco, California
Finding quality infant and toddler care in San Francisco is critical for working families. These 29 facilities specifically cater to children under age 3, with appropriate staff-to-child ratios and age-appropriate activities.
When choosing a infant & toddler daycare in San Francisco, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
All Infant & Toddler Daycares in San Francisco
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- Address
- 90 Seventh Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 554-8100
Parents consistently praise Montessori School of the Bay Area for its loving, attentive care and nurturing environment. Director Ms. Vasi and her experienced teaching staff are highlighted as deeply invested in children's development and highly communicative with families. Children show genuine enthusiasm for attending school and demonstrate strong developmental progress across academic and social-emotional skills.
- Address
- 1550 Eddy Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 292-7970
Parents consistently praise Marin Day Schools Hills Plaza Campus for exceptional infant and toddler care with warm, attentive staff and engaging developmental activities. The center is noted for excellent communication with families through daily photos/videos and real-time updates, strong health and safety protocols, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
- Address
- 2 Harrison St., #150, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 777-9696
- Address
- 144 Leavenworth Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 644-0504
- Address
- 999 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 585-5300
- Address
- 5200 Diamond Heights Blvd., San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 550-1536
The reviews provided are not for a daycare center but for Dharma Treasure Temple, a Buddhist meditation and learning facility. There is a significant mismatch between the stated daycare name/purpose and the actual review content.
- Address
- 3201 Ulloa Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 681-6606
- Address
- N. State Dr.&Lake Merced Blvd., San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 405-4011
- Address
- 1650 Holloway Avenue, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 338-2403
Reviews are extremely positive with all ratings of 3-5 stars. Parents praise the facility's beautiful green space, imaginative environment, and world-class campus design. The location in San Francisco's Presidio with Star Wars-themed elements is highlighted as a unique feature.
- Address
- One Letterman Drive, Bldg. B, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 746-5444
Family Developmental Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff and quality of education. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving a child's allergic reaction and concerns about staff communication regarding their child's condition.
- Address
- 2730 Bryant Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 282-1090
- Address
- 950 Gilman Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 822-1699
Holy Family Day Home has a long-standing reputation with many parents praising its safe environment, caring staff, and quality education. However, recent reviews indicate significant concerns about current management, citing prioritization of profit over child welfare, safety violations, and unprofessional conduct.
- Address
- 299 Dolores St., Rms, #1 & #2, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 861-5361
- Address
- 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Way, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 554-7560
- Address
- 303 Second Street 2nd Fl., #250, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 495-2500
- Address
- 50 Fell Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 805-8315
- Address
- 3300 Balboa Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 831-3300
- Address
- 3333 California St. Ste. 220, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 775-2111
- Address
- One Webster Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 861-0144
- Address
- 700 Velasco Avenue, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 321-3844
- Address
- 4150 Clement St, Building T-35, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 751-8511
- Address
- 220 Spear Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 777-2081
- Address
- 1042 Jamestown Avenue, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 467-7427
- Address
- 387 Moraga Ave, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 561-5822
- Address
- 221 Main Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 495-1706
- Address
- 305 Buchanan Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 552-1535
- Address
- 799 Pacific Avenue, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 982-4777
- Address
- 77 Beale Street, 2nd Flr Mc-B2a, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 972-5535
- Address
- 850 Avenue D, Building 502, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 834-0614
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Frequently asked questions
- Low caregiver-to-infant ratios (ideally 1:3 or 1:4)
- Experienced staff trained in infant CPR and first aid
- Safe sleep practices following AAP guidelines
- Clean, age-appropriate environment with proper sanitization
- Consistent daily routines for feeding, napping, and play
- Open communication with parents throughout the day
- Visit the facility in person to observe the environment
- Ask about teacher qualifications and experience
- Check licensing status with California's regulatory agency
- Review the curriculum and daily schedule
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