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Nihonmachi Little Friends Sutter Site

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

1830 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94115

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
5
2 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
6/19/2025
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

Nihonmachi Little Friends is a private, nonprofit childcare center providing Japanese/English bilingual, educational childcare in a multicultural context for preschool through elementary school-aged children in San Francisco's Japantown. The center is committed to providing high-quality, affordable child development services that foster self-esteem, confidence, and active community participation.

Philosophy
Using a partnership among teachers, students, and their families, NLF promotes a stimulating learning environment that encourages children to develop to their full potential and become active participants in their communities.
Ages served
2 years 10 months to 5 years old (Preschool Program); Kindergarten through fifth graders (After School Program)

Programs

  • •Preschool Program
  • •After School Program

Highlights

  • ✓Japanese/English bilingual education
  • ✓Multicultural context
  • ✓Located in historic Japantown, San Francisco
  • ✓Private, nonprofit organization

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