Alice Chalmers Preschool
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAM
As a trusted leader in early childhood development, our programs provide high-quality, reliable, and safe childcare for your children.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
LICENSED PRESCHOOL
The Alice Chalmers Preschool is in collaboration with the San Francisco Recreation and Park. The park recently underwent renovations in 2020 and reopened in July 2020.
Ages & Classroom Ratios
Panda Bear Room
Ages: 2–3.5 years old
1:12 children
Grizzly Bear Room
Ages: 3.5–5
1:12 children
Operating Schedule
Monday through Friday, year-round program.
Closed on major holidays.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
We believe in the importance of developing a relationship with nature, and we offer a variety of gardening activities like planting seasonal vegetables and flowers, studying bugs and insects, and other gardening-related activities.
OUR CURRICULUM STATEMENT
We believe that children learn best when they are having fun and are given opportunities to explore, experiment, investigate, and problem-solve through developmentally appropriate activities. Our teachers follow a curriculum framework that aligns with this philosophy. The curricula we use are grounded in scientific research and evidence-based practices, as well as best practices in the field of early childhood education. We incorporate Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP), the Program for Infant-Toddler Caregivers (PITC), the Creative Curriculum, and elements inspired by Reggio Emilia. These approaches are implemented in our programs through play, while also fostering a positive learning environment both indoors and outdoors.
Read our entire Early Childhood Education Curriculum Statement below:
Program Questions?
Contact Katia Alvarez, Senior Program Director, at [email protected] or (415) 452-7566.