Dr. Charles R. Drew PreKindergarten

Our Philosophy

We hold all students to their highest level of social development and academic achievement, and strive to engage each student through culturally responsive teaching. Students are engaged using the Creative Curriculum, with a balanced approach to literacy, hands-on exploration of math, and classrooms organized by special interest areas. We put strong emphasis on fine and gross motor development, oral communication and social-emotional learning.

Our Staff

Our teachers all have California teaching credentials and are certified in CPR and First Aid. Our staff speaks English and Spanish.

Our Services

PreKindergarten, Transitional Kindergarten

Our Typical Day

Morning: Circle Time, Outdoor Play, Art, Counting or Alphabet Learning
Mid-Day: Group Lunch
Afternoon: Nap or Quiet Time, Outdoor Play

Ages Served

We serve children ages 2 years and 9 months to 5 years old. Children must turn 3 on or before December 1st of the year they wish to enroll.

Hours

We have two PreK programs. Our full-time program is open year-round, five days a week, Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 5:30 p.m. Our school-day program follows the SFUSD academic calendar and is open Monday to Friday from 7:50 a.m. to 1:50 p.m. (Early Release on Thursdays at 12:50 p.m.)

Cost

Free or reduced cost for income-eligible families. To see if you qualify, contact the Early Education Enrollment Office. Learn more about Cost & Fees.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted year-round and enrollment made on a rolling basis depending on openings. Learn more about how to apply.

Contact Info

50 Pomona Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94124
Neighborhood: Bayview
Phone: 415-330-1526