Young World Preschool in Daly City offers full and half schedule programs for children ranging in age from 2 to 6.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Yearly Tuition: $750
- Acceptance rate: 50%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Young World Preschool and Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool
Year Founded
2004
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
90 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
100%
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Full day- $750 (5 days a week)
Half day- $575 (7am-1pm)
Half day- $475 (1pm-6pm)
Acceptance Rate
50%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Sharon Mayo
Admissions Associate
Amy Wong
School Notes
- Young World Preschool has the largest capacity of any facility in Daly City. Our goal is to provide all of the children at Young World with a creative and educational environment in which each child can develop at his or her individual pace.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Young World Preschool and Kindergarten cost?
Young World Preschool and Kindergarten's tuition is approximately $750 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Young World Preschool and Kindergarten?
The acceptance rate of Young World Preschool and Kindergarten is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. Young World Preschool and Kindergarten's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
What is Young World Preschool and Kindergarten's ranking?
Young World Preschool and Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Young World Preschool and Kindergarten?
The application deadline for Young World Preschool and Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Young World Preschool and Kindergarten located?
Young World Preschool and Kindergarten is located in the Serramonte neighborhood of Daly City, CA.
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