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Kai Ming Head Start - St. Luke Center (Ps)

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

1755 Clay Street, San Francisco, CA 94109

Visit website ↗(415) 690-1014Directions ↗Licensed for 72
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
0
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
1/13/2025
Total visits
4

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

St. Luke's Center serves toddlers and preschoolers ages 2-5 in a warm, engaging atmosphere located between Nob Hill and Pacific Heights in San Francisco. Teachers create a developmentally appropriate environment where children are encouraged to be leaders of their own learning.

Philosophy
Children are encouraged to be the leaders of their own learning and are provided with the necessary tools to become independent, empathetic and capable thinkers. Families are provided an abundance of resources and are encouraged to collaborate with staff to provide the best possible learning experience for the whole family.
Ages served
2 to 5 Years Old
Hours
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Outdoor
Rooftop Playground
Meals
Free Nutritious Meal Services

Programs

  • •Creative Curriculum
  • •Project Approach
  • •Developmentally Appropriate Practice
  • •Kindergarten Readiness
  • •Inclusion & Mental Health
  • •Parent Partnership & Engagement
  • •Early and Periodic Health Screening

Highlights

  • ✓Rooftop Playground and Gross Motor Room
  • ✓2 Preschool and 2 Toddler Classrooms
  • ✓Free Nutritious Meals
  • ✓Comprehensive Family Services and Resources

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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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