About
Pacific Primary offers a play-based, emergent preschool program. The daily rhythm includes arrival, breakfast, morning circle, free play, outdoor play, music and movement or expressive arts, hot lunch, story time and rest, afternoon snack, more outdoor play, and departure.
At a glance
- Ages: 2–5 years old
- General schedule: Full-day, year-round; 12 months a year. Daily rhythm includes arrival, breakfast, morning circle, free play, outdoor play, music & movement or expressive arts, hot lunch, story time & rest, afternoon snack, outdoor play, and departure.
About the provider
Founded in 1974, Pacific Primary describes its mission as nurturing children through play, relationships, creativity, and community. It is recognized as a national leader in fully integrating all forms of diversity into its curriculum and school environment. The program includes weekly field trips, Friday folk dancing and sing-alongs with families included, and a family community and alumni community.
- Preschool / play-based program — 2½ to 5 · Full-day, year-round; 7:45 AM to 5:30 PM; weekdays · Play-based, emergent curriculum; full-day, year-round programming
Full-day, year-round preschool for San Francisco’s working families. Tuition allows flexibility of hours and is not pro-rated. No separate charge for early drop-off or late pickup. Children are in mixed-age classrooms and the school uses positive discipline and peaceful conflict resolution.
Last updated October 23, 2026.
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