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South Of Market Child Care-Transbay CDC

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

220 Beale Street, San Francisco, CA 94105

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
0
Complaint visits
5
Last visit
1/13/2025
Total visits
9

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

Transbay Child Development Center serves toddlers (18 months to 2 years) and preschoolers (2.6 to 5+ years) in San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood. The center is designed by Italian architect Michele Zini and implements the Reggio Emilia Approach and Resources for Infant Educarers (RIE) philosophies.

Philosophy
Reggio Emilia Approach and Resources for Infant Educarers (RIE), designed to foster development of children's vital skills needed to reach their full potential in school and in life
Ages served
18 months to 5+ years (Toddler program: 18 months to 2 years; Preschool program: 2.6 to 5+ years)
Hours
Monday–Friday, 8 AM – 5:30 PM
Outdoor
Outdoor garden/play area designed with nature in mind; nearby neighborhood including Salesforce Park, transit center, waterfront serves as extension for learning and discovery

Programs

  • •Toddler Program (18 months to 2 years)
  • •Preschool Program (2.6 to 5+ years)

Highlights

  • ✓Designed by Italian architect Michele Zini, expert in Reggio Emilia inspired school design
  • ✓Features Piazza (community gathering area), Atelier (studio for long-term projects), and outdoor garden
  • ✓Located in South of Market near Financial District, Salesforce Tower, and Transit Center
  • ✓Teacher ratios: 1:4 for toddlers, 3:16 for preschoolers

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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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