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Apple Tree Children Center-Preschool

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

888 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA 94107

Visit website ↗(415) 695-4726Directions ↗Licensed for 53
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Licensing & safety record

✓ Clean licensing record

No citations or complaint visits on file with state licensing as of 2025-09-29. Last licensing visit: 6/2/2025 (3 total).

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Apple Tree Children Center is a premium early childhood education center located in San Francisco serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. The center offers creative, engaging programs combining Reggio Emilia and Montessori approaches with year-round Mandarin Immersion.

Philosophy
We focus on fostering creativity, discovery, and respect to support each child's growth and development. We combine the Reggio Emilia and Montessori methods to nurture curiosity, independence, and a strong sense of community. We strive to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere where every child feels valued, supported, and cared for.
Ages served
4 months to 5 years (infants, toddlers, and preschoolers)
Outdoor
4,000 square feet of outdoor playground space

Programs

  • •Mandarin Immersion (year-round)
  • •Music programs
  • •Sports programs

Highlights

  • ✓4,000 square feet of classroom space
  • ✓Combination of Reggio Emilia and Montessori methods
  • ✓Year-round Mandarin Immersion for ages 4 months to 5 years
  • ✓Located in the heart of San Francisco

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