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San Francisco, CA
Children's Day School

Four Stars

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents.

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neighborhood: Mission ·  Telephone: (415) 861-5432  · Website: www.cds-sf.org

Application Process

Applications are accepted: From 1 year before the year a child is eligible to enroll

There is no wait list for upcoming school year.

Parent visits tours are: Mandatory (in order to receive application)

Child interview process: Required for all applicants and takes the form of small group setting

Parent interview process: 30 minute visit with member of preschool admission committee and applicant family

Deadline for applications: December 12

Application fee: $75

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Admissions Process

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Acceptance criteria: Selective based on our application process is meant to ensure that you choose the right school for your child and your family, and that we admit families that are a good fit for the school. More

Notification occurs: Mid-March

Deposit is required: 10% tuition
Parents must submit deposit within the following timeframe of receiving notification of acceptance: 1 week
Financial aid is available.

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 2 years and 8 months to enroll.

Child must be potty trained to enroll.

Inquiries accepted from September 1 onwards.

Director's views on diversity:
38% of CDS students pay tuition on our sliding scale. 33% of CDS students are students of color.

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Director's Comments

Question to director: Please list anything you wish parents to be aware of with respect to the application process.

Visit our website to get updated information about our admission process.

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