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Early Years, The

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

371 Allerton Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
0
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
9/29/2022
Total visits
4

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 2025-12-15). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Early Years, The is a preschool and childcare center in South San Francisco, CA serving children ages 2-4+ with a Montessori-inspired, play-based curriculum. The center has operated since 1998 and emphasizes small class ratios (1:8), experienced teachers, and all-inclusive meals and enrichment activities.

Philosophy
Play-based, Montessori-inspired learning that fuels independence through self-led exploration, customized curricula tailored to individual learning styles, and STEAM-focused activities that encourage creativity and critical thinking.
Ages served
2 years through kindergarten/1st grade (aftercare available for TK-1st Grade)
Outdoor
Spacious, age-specific playgrounds with nature-inspired play areas and gardens; daily outdoor play promotes gross motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and environmental awareness.
Meals
All-inclusive meal program with home-cooked lunch and snacks made onsite using organic, preservative-free ingredients in a nut-free environment.

Programs

  • •Snowflake (2-3 Years)
  • •Sunshine (3-4 Years)
  • •Aftercare (TK-1st Grade)

Highlights

  • ✓Class ratio of 1:8 (better than state requirement of 1:12)
  • ✓Teachers with 10+ years of experience on staff
  • ✓STEAM learning and enrichment activities included with no additional cost
  • ✓Real-time parent updates through Brightwheel app

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Operating hours, Teacher qualifications/credentials, Enrollment process/timeline, Calendar/school year schedule. 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.

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