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Cornerstone Academy

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

1925 Lawton Street, San Francisco, CA 94122

Visit website ↗(415) 665-9747Directions ↗Licensed for 44
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
1/22/2025
Total visits
5

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 2026-03-30). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Cornerstone Academy is a Bay Area school serving ages 2.5 through 8th grade since 1975, emphasizing joyful learning through hands-on activities and a supportive environment. The school focuses on fostering creativity, critical thinking, and resilience with personalized attention and collaborative learning opportunities.

Philosophy
We believe that learning should be a joyful journey where children explore new ideas, discover their passions, and build lasting friendships. Our focus is on fostering creativity, critical thinking, and resilience, ensuring that our students are well-prepared for the challenges ahead. We create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive with personalized support for both academic and social success.
Ages served
2.5 - 5 years old (Preschool), Kindergarten to 5th Grade, 6th to 8th Grade
Outdoor
Safe, engaging playground

Programs

  • •Preschool
  • •Kindergarten to 5th Grade
  • •Middle School (6th to 8th Grade)
  • •Chinese language and cultural traditions (Cantonese in Preschool and Kindergarten; Mandarin from 1st - 8th grade)
  • •Collaborative learning

Highlights

  • ✓Serving the Bay Area for 50 years since 1975
  • ✓Smaller class sizes for personalized attention
  • ✓Modern classrooms, cafeteria, and safe playground
  • ✓Private convenient parking lot

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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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