Children’s Day School is an independent, co-educational preschool through 8th-grade institution nestled in San Francisco

At Children’s Day School (CDS), education is more than just academics—it’s about shaping the whole child. What you learn and who you become are equally important. Located in the heart of the city, CDS blends the richness of an urban setting with the warmth of a welcoming community, creating a truly unique learning environment. CDS is not just a school, but a community within the city. Its farm and garden stand as living classrooms, offering children hands-on experiences in sustainability, respo...

At Children’s Day School (CDS), education is more than just academics—it’s about shaping the whole child. What you learn and who you become are equally important. Located in the heart of the city, CDS blends the richness of an urban setting with the warmth of a welcoming community, creating a truly unique learning environment. CDS is not just a school, but a community within the city. Its farm and garden stand as living classrooms, offering children hands-on experiences in sustainability, responsibility, and care for the environment. Among urban streets, students cultivate vegetables, tend animals, and learn how their actions impact the world around them. This balance of natural discovery and academic rigor ensures students are grounded while excelling in their studies.