Wonder Years School

Enrolling infants, toddlers & preschoolers - Book free tour at www.wonderyears.school

Program Type
Center
License Number
384004811

Basics

Background Check
Yes
Snacks
2 per day
Potty Training
Not Required
Language(s) Supported
English
Pay Schedules
Monthly
Subsidized Care
Not Accepted
Philosophy
Play-based

Our Teachers

Parneet Sandhu, School Director

Parneet studied and worked as an early childhood educator in New Zealand which is considered a world leader in early childhood education with a curriculum regarded as an empowering framework for early learning. Due to her commitment, dedication and passion for early childhood education along with her compassionate and thoughtful nature, Parneet had a highly successful career as an educator and administrator at a Head Start program for young children here in San Francisco. Parneet brings her profound knowledge and experience to provide a high quality education and care everyday in the classrooms.

Philosophy

Our early childcare facility philosophy seamlessly integrates various approaches such as Reggio Emilia, Montessori, and Play based methods to deliver a comprehensive program that prioritizes the overall development of children. At the core of our philosophy lie three fundamental values: well-being, relationships, and the joy of learning. We believe that fostering a sense of well-being extends beyond providing a safe and comfortable environment; it also involves creating a space where children are delighted, engaged, and eager to explore and learn. We place a strong emphasis on building positive relationships with children and their families, recognizing that these connections are crucial for children to thrive, learn, and develop holistically. Furthermore, we are dedicated to nurturing the joy of learning by acknowledging each child as a unique and capable learner, empowering them to take charge of their educational journey within an environment that supports self-directed learning and encourages creativity and exploration.

Location

Located in the heart of Richmond District.

380 21st Ave, San Francisco CA 94121

415-209-5488

https://wonderyears.school/

About our program

Wonder Years School philosophy incorporates elements of different early childhood philosophies such as Reggio Emilia, Montessori, and Play based to provide a high quality early childhood program which focuses on the holistic development of children. Our Emergent Curriculum is designed based on children’s interest, developmental levels and unique needs. An emergent and flexible curriculum pursues wonder, promotes creativity and innovation, actively seeks knowledge and finds joy at every turn.

2025-2026

  • 9/1/2025
    Labor Day
  • 10/13/2025
    Indigenous People's Day
  • 11/11/2025
    Veteran's Day
  • Nov 24-28
    Thanksgiving
  • Dec 24-Jan 2
    Winter Break
  • 1/19/2026
    Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  • 2/16/2026
    Presidents’ Day
  • 2/17/2026
    Lunar New Year
  • 3/30/2026
    Teacher in service day
  • 5/25/2026
    Memorial Day
  • 6/19/2026
    Juneteenth
  • 6/22/2026
    Teacher in service day
  • 7/3/2026
    Independence Day observed
  • 1 week in August
    To prepare for new school year and staff development/summer break

Admissions

Please book a tour from our website. https://wonderyears.school/ For any questions, please send us an email at [email protected] or call 415-209-5488.

Have questions about the program?
Message the Program Director directly to learn more.
Parneet Sandhu
Program Director