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The Dahlia School
- licensed capacity
- 42
- open each week
- 5 days
- daily, posted tuition
- $35
- year first licensed
- 2021
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About
About The Dahlia School
The Dahlia School is a licensed child care center in San Francisco, California. The state has licensed it since September 3, 2021, for up to 42 children.
It is open Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM; Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion and Montessori approach, with preschool and toddler care. It says it provides meals. It lists daily tuition from $35 to $65.
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 6 visits since Sep 2022, with no Type A or Type B citations in its published counts.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 18 months to 6 years old
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 42 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 18 months to 6 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion (Spanish immersion), Montessori |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided. Potty training: Taught the skills of self-care and toilet training |
| Assistance it accepts | Early Learning For All (ELFA) Program |
| Discounts | 5% sibling discount on the lowest tuition |
| Licensed capacity | 42 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Dahlia School lists daily tuition from $35 to $65. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in San Francisco County has a median price of $607 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Daily · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Extended Day daily rate, 2-2.5 hours | $35 |
| Extended Day daily rate, 4.5 hours | $65 |
| Yearly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Casa de Niños Academic Day | $36,001 |
| Casa de Niños Half Day, 1pm pickup Mon–Fri | $31,339 |
| Comunidad Infantil Extended Day 1, 3pm pickup Mon–Fri | $37,918 |
| Comunidad Infantil Half Day, 1pm pickup Mon–Fri | $32,738 |
6 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Infant
Center$607
Home daycare$395
Toddler
Center$433
Home daycare$369
Preschool
Center$477
Home daycare$410
School age
Center$438
Home daycare$433
State record
Inspection reports for The Dahlia School
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 6 visits to The Dahlia School since Sep 2022. Its published counts show no Type A or Type B citations for those visits.
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child care center
- Capacity
- 42 children
- First licensed
- 2021
- License number
- #384004471
Summary
6 visits since Sep 2022 · Last visit Jun 24, 2026
Type A citations 0 · Type B citations 0, as the state counts them
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- Jun 24, 2026Inspection
- Jun 20, 2025Visit
- Jun 20, 2025Inspection
- Sep 12, 2024Inspection
- Sep 21, 2023Inspection
- Sep 30, 2022Inspection
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FAQ
Questions about The Dahlia School
Is The Dahlia School licensed?
Yes. California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed September 3, 2021.
Does The Dahlia School have inspection violations?
California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division lists 6 visits to The Dahlia School since Sep 2022. Its published counts show no Type A or Type B citations for those visits.
How many children can The Dahlia School care for?
42, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are The Dahlia School's hours?
Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM; Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Dahlia School cost?
Daily tuition from $35 to $65, as it lists it.
What is The Dahlia School's phone number?
(415) 851-5024.
Where is The Dahlia School?
116 Channel Street, San Francisco, CA 94158. The nearest other daycare we list is Jialing Zhang, 0.2 miles away.