Our approach
We nurture a love of learning in everything we do — from the teachers we hire to the toys in our classrooms. A warm, intentional setting makes all the difference.
Our Montessori and Reggio-Emilia inspired program offers a 2:1 student-teacher ratio, and regular teacher COVID-19 testing.
Full-time and part-time spots available now!
Program details
Class size
4 students.
We keep a 2:1 student to teacher ratio to focus individually on each child.
Tailored curriculum
Montessori and Reggio-Emilia inspired curriculum.
Licensed
CA Childcare License #384004542
Every teacher passes rigorous background & safety checks.
Ages
3–24 months
Too old or young? Check out our other locations.
Hours
8:00am - 5:30pm.
Nutritious meals
Primarily organic lunch & snack time included each day.
Meet the Teachers at Dogpatch Infant 2
Jenni
My name is Jenni and I am the Head Teacher at Dogpatch Infant 2. I was born in Mexicali B.C. Mexico and was brought up in Toledo, OH. Going to school in the inner city allowed me to grow in a diverse environment, leading me to learn and attain American Sign Language. While I was in college I decided to major in Speech and Language Pathology, while also working part time at a child care center. My love for working with children grew and that is when I decided to make it a career. My curriculum style is heavily Reggio Emilia influenced as well as play-based. To make learning fun I allow children to explore the world around them through play. I ask open ended questions to allow them to use critical thinking all while incorporating what they become interested in learniNeeva Karandikarng into my lesson plans.
Kayla
My name is Kayla and I am the Head Teacher in Training at Dogpatch Infant. I started babysitting at the age of fourteen and I have been caring for children for almost 6 years now. I love taking care of kids because I genuinely love kids, I love how they think and how they are not afraid to say what’s on their minds. I just remember a time when I used to be like that, never afraid to just be me and be happy with that. I just want to do whatever I can do to make sure that kids stay with that mentality of unapologetically just being them and proud.
Meet our Head of Education
Adam
I am Tinycare’s Head of Education, and focus on supporting our teaching teams and family communities across our network. Prior to joining Tinycare in 2020, I was previously an elementary school principal and instructional superintendent, where I worked on innovative school models. My wife and I have a 9 month old at home, so I my focus on early childhood and reaching developmental milestones extends beyond my professional role!
Your family’s health & safety is our highest priority
We strive to provide the safest, highest quality licensed micro daycares and preschools in San Francisco, with maximum 4 children per infant class for minimal exposure risk.
Our COVID-19 policies are based on the most cutting edge research and go above and beyond CDC recommendations:
early detection
smart thermometer daily temperature checks for parents, children, and teachers
staff testing
PPE
masks for staff
daily cleaning & sanitation
ventilation
HEPA grade air filters
HVAC UV lights
windows open to increase air flow
minimizing exposure risk
~4 children per class
staggered pick up & drop off times
If San Francisco returns to shelter-in-place, we offer at-home daily live video classes and reduced tuition during any temporary site closures.