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Laurel Hill Nursery School

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

401 Euclid Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94118

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
6/25/2025
Total visits
6

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

Laurel Hill Nursery School, founded in 1947, is a play-based cooperative preschool serving children ages 2.9 to 5 with a child-centered approach and low adult-to-child ratios. The school emphasizes learning through play, exploration, and family involvement, with parents participating one day per week in the classroom.

Philosophy
Play-based, child-centered learning where children move freely between classrooms and outdoor spaces at their own pace. Research-informed approach emphasizing social-emotional development, critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. Cooperative model with meaningful parent involvement and shared community growth.
Ages served
2.9 to 5 years old
Hours
Half Day (Morning or Afternoon), Full Day, Extended Care (Before, Lunch, and After School); Pre-K Morning Session 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM; Pre-K Full Day 9:00 AM – 3:50 PM
Outdoor
Children participate in activities outdoors as part of flexible movement between indoor classrooms and outdoor spaces, rain or shine

Programs

  • •Preschool (ages 2.9-5)
  • •Pre-K (kindergarten-ready program)
  • •Summer Camp (6-8 weeks, ages 2.9-5)
  • •Extended Care

Highlights

  • ✓Founded in 1947; original San Francisco cooperative preschool
  • ✓Low 5:1 child-to-adult ratio in preschool; 1:5 in Pre-K
  • ✓Parents participate one day per week in classroom
  • ✓Play-based, progressive approach with research-backed benefits

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 24, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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