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Pfs- Leo J. Ryan CDC (Ps)

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

1200 Miller Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
10/15/2024
Total visits
3

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

PFS operates nine early learning centers throughout San Mateo County serving children from three months to eleven years old. The Leo J. Ryan CDC, established in 1980, serves up to 130 children ages three to eleven through full-day preschool and school-aged programs in a bilingual environment.

Ages served
Three months to eleven years old (varies by location; Leo J. Ryan CDC serves three to eleven years)

Programs

  • •Full-day preschool program
  • •Club Leo J. Ryan School-Aged Program
  • •Half-day early learning program
  • •Bilingual environment

Highlights

  • ✓Nine locations throughout San Mateo County
  • ✓Established in 1980 in partnership with South San Francisco Unified School District
  • ✓Club Leo J. Ryan open during school breaks and summer
  • ✓Serves children in emergency and transitional housing situations

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