YMCA Sf Chinatown-Tunglok Early Learning Center

Edwin & Margaret Lee Tung Lok Early Childhood Learning Center is a licensed preschool serving infants through pre-K in San Francisco's Chinatown. The center prioritizes building strong emotional bonds between children, families, and peers in a safe, nurturing environment.

Philosophy

Our primary focus is to create and strengthen emotional bonds between children and families. We believe children need to feel emotionally and physically safe in their environment to reach their highest potential. Children develop at different rates, and we incorporate developmentally appropriate activities focusing on social-emotional, physical health, language and literacy, and cognitive development. We believe children learn best through fun and exploration with opportunities to investigate and problem-solve. Our approaches include Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP), Program for Infant-Toddler Caregivers (PITC), Creative Curriculum, and elements inspired by Reggio Emilia, implemented through play both indoors and outdoors.

Ages served

Infants (3 months to 24 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschool and Pre-K (3-5 years)

Hours

Monday-Friday, 7:30 am–6:00 pm, year-round program, closed on major holidays

Outdoor

Learning environment implemented both indoors and outdoors

Meals

Free meals included with every program enrollment

Not stated on their website: Specific curriculum details beyond philosophy, Teacher qualifications and training, Discipline and behavior management policies, Parent communication methods and frequency, Illness policy, Transition procedures, Special needs accommodations, Birthday celebrations and special events, Field trips, Parent involvement opportunities, Technology use. Ask the preschool directly.

Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.