SLS Preschool
1335 Sutter Street, San Francisco 94109
For the past 75 years, SLS has consistently delivered exceptional early childhood education, equipping preschoolers with the necessary skills for a smooth transition to kindergarten. SLS remains dedicated to providing a well-rounded approach, blending pre-academic curriculum with imaginative play and exploration, igniting a sense of curiosity and fostering a lifelong love for learning.
At a glance
What this means
An outdoor/nature model spends much of the day outside in all weather, using nature as the primary classroom. An academic (or structured) program has more teacher-led lessons and routines to prepare children for the structure of kindergarten.
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
- 1How do you balance academic preparation with play and social-emotional development?
- 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?