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Scandinavian School In San Francisco, The

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

20 Woodside Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94127

Visit website ↗(415) 665-3276Directions ↗Licensed for 57
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
2/25/2025
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 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

The Scandinavian School and Cultural Center is a full-time Scandinavian language immersion preschool and cultural center in the San Francisco Bay Area that combines Nordic languages and culture with US education. The school has expanded over a decade to offer preschool, cultural classes and events for all ages, and adult language courses.

Philosophy
Bringing the best of the US and Scandinavia together with a deep respect for diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism; creating an environment where all community members feel valued, heard, and included.

Programs

  • •Scandinavian language immersion preschool
  • •Cultural classes and events
  • •Adult language courses
  • •Online Swedish classes for teens

Highlights

  • ✓Full-time Scandinavian language immersion
  • ✓Nordic languages and cultural focus
  • ✓Classes and events for all ages
  • ✓DEI commitment with active antiracism practices

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