Children's Day School (Top-Ranked �� School for 2026)

333 Dolores Street
San Francisco, CA 94110

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 Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 511 students
Yearly Tuition: $46,900
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.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1983

Summer School Offered

Yes

Campus Size

1 acre

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.:

% 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

Yearly Tuition Cost

$46,900

View national tuition avg.

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.: 82%

Admissions Director

Diane Larrabee

Admissions Associate

Amanda Richard

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Indoor SoccerVolleyball

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Children's Day School cost?

Children's Day School's tuition is approximately $46,900 for private students.

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 81%. 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.