Welcome to Petite Explorer Preschool

Interested in a school tour?

School tours are by appointment so please contact us @ info@petiteexplorer.com and we would love to show you our space!

Petite Explorer Preschool is conveniently located within two of San Francisco’s wonderful neighborhoods!  Our original location is in the heart of the Mission District right in the middle of San Francisco.  Our newest location is in the vibrant NOPA district.  It was founded and designed by a family, for families.

We created our school with the intention that children come first in our program.  Inspired from ideas from the Reggio-Emilia approach as well as PBL(Project Based Learning), we believe children are competent, curious, and creative.  Our mission is to provide each student the opportunity to explore, question, discover, and learn through safe and nurturing relationships and supportive environments.

Our environment is set up with designated learning areas and open-ended materials to support and promote children’s natural curiosity.

Students and families at Petite Explorer Preschool can expect:

• Authentic and joyous relationships – Relationships are the key to learning so that each child thrives from individualized interactions and care
• A child-centered program inspired by ideas from those of Reggio-Emilia and Project Based Learning –”From the beginning of his/her education, the child should experience the joy of discovery.”
• Regular and thoughtful communication between teachers, administration and families
• Documentation of students work and progress
• Experienced teachers dedicated to their craft, students and community
• Diversity that reflects the beautiful Bay Area

Thank you families for voting Petite Explorer Preschool as one of San Francisco’s best Early Educators for 2024!!