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Meaningful Beginnings Development Ctr.

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

254 Laguna Honda Blvd., San Francisco, CA 94116

Visit website ↗(415) 572-6376Directions ↗Licensed for 46
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
4/2/2025
Total visits
8

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

Meaningful Beginnings is an award-winning daycare center serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers (6 weeks to 5 years) in San Francisco with a focus on nurturing care inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. The center offers flexible drop-in care options including daily, part-time, and full-time enrollment.

Philosophy
Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, providing a home-like environment where children are encouraged to explore, learn, and grow with focus on holistic development.
Ages served
6 weeks to 5 years

Programs

  • •Creative Courses for Infants
  • •Creative Courses for Toddlers
  • •Creative Courses for Preschoolers

Highlights

  • ✓Voted Best Early Childhood Education & Best Daycare in San Francisco – SFGATE Best of the Bay 2024 & 2025
  • ✓2024: Most highly rated and loved childcare center on Yelp
  • ✓Certified and nurturing teachers with high retention rate
  • ✓Clean & safe facilities with structured curriculums

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