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City Sprouts Preschool

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

1466 38th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122

Visit website ↗(415) 971-1394Directions ↗Licensed for 26
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
4
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
11/15/2024
Total visits
7

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

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

About this preschool

City Sprouts Preschool is a Reggio Emilia inspired, emergent curriculum school located in the Outer Sunset of San Francisco. The school offers full day, partial or full week programs in a large developmentally appropriate indoor and outdoor space where children learn through play and open-ended exploration.

Philosophy
Children learn best through play with open-ended experiences guided by their interests and ideas. The school values the entire learning process, meaningful relationships, observation, documentation, and guidance. Each child is supported as unique in an integrated community that cultivates imagination and a love of learning.
Outdoor
Large outdoor space available
Meals
Organic homemade snacks and lunches provided

Programs

  • •Full day program
  • •Partial week program
  • •Full week program

Highlights

  • ✓Reggio Emilia inspired curriculum
  • ✓Emergent curriculum approach
  • ✓Organic homemade meals
  • ✓Large indoor and outdoor learning spaces

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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