Children's Day School recognizes that every child is born with unique gifts.
Our mission is to develop each student's genius by providing an inspiring environment where challenging academics are inseparable from social, artistic, and physical experiences, and where children of all backgrounds feel safe to be themselves, become avid learners, and strive to make a difference in the lives of others.
Our educational program encourages curiosity, exploration, cooperation, risk-taking and a love of learning.
It is integrated across academic disciplines and incorporates a project-based approach in which our students develop academic skills through inquiry and collaboration.
Our students develop a sense of caring for self, for others, for the community and for the world as they become creative thinkers, skilled mathematicians, accomplished artists, strong writers and rigorous researchers.
They graduate confident in their strengths, unafraid to struggle and prepared for the challenges and opportunities that await them.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Acceptance rate: 47%
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Jan. 6 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Children's Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1983
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
511 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
48%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 15 / Jan. 6 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Siding scale tuition range for 2015-2016: $2,180?$28,180.
% on Financial Aid
31%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$17,916
Acceptance Rate
47%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Diane Larrabee
Admissions Associate
Amanda Richard
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Children's Day School?
The acceptance rate of Children's Day School is 47%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. Children's Day School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Children's Day School offer?
Children's Day School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Indoor Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Children's Day School's ranking?
Children's Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Children's Day School?
The application deadline for Children's Day School is Dec. 15 / Jan. 6 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 / Jan. 6 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Children's Day School located?
Children's Day School is located in the Mission Dolores neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 3 other private schools located in Mission Dolores.
School Calendar
View the Children's Day School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break (camp available)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Noon Dismissal
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 27, 2025 (Wednesday)
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is Holy Family Day Home (0.1 miles away)
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