Congregation Emanu-El Preschool
2 Lake St, San Francisco 94118
We use an inquiry-based approach to learning where teachers and children co-construct curriculum that is grounded in Jewish culture and traditions while interweaving developmentally appropriate curriculum in the areas of math, science, arts, music, social-emotional development, gross and fine motor skills as well as language and literacy. Teacher research and pedagogical documentation are central to our work as are responsive and reflective teaching practices.
At a glance
Extended care: 8:15am and 2x per week until 5:30pm
What this means
This school hasn't listed a specific teaching philosophy — ask on a tour how they structure the day.
This school teaches primarily in English.
Tuition shown is as of 2024 and may have changed — confirm with the school.
Good questions to ask on a tour
- 1Can you walk me through a typical day from drop-off to pickup?
- 2What are the exact drop-off and pickup times, and is there any flexibility?
- 3Beyond the listed tuition, what other fees should I expect (application, deposit, materials, field trips)?
- 4How do you handle the transition for children starting mid-year or moving up from a younger classroom?
- 5What is your potty-training policy, and how do you support children who are still learning?
- 6How do you handle discipline, conflict between children, and big feelings?
- 7What is your application timeline, and when do families typically hear back?
- 8How large is each class, and what is the teacher-to-child ratio?
- 9What does parent communication look like — updates, conferences, opportunities to be involved?