We LOVE Nature Kids program that lets kids learn outside all day. Our son, 3 now, has been with them for over a year and we can sense the deep enrichment he is getting, plus he is so excited to go to school everyday! This has been a fantastic program for our early childhood enrichment and we can't recommend them enough. read more

We were so excited after touring Pac Height Kidz when I was pregnant. The environment was warm and welcoming and the focus on curriculum and the arts really aligned with our vision for our son's daycare experience. We asked if a waitlist was available and were told to reach out after our baby was born, so we texted and emailed from the hospital to discuss availability for enrollment. My son is now two months old and despite weekly emails, texts, and phone calls, we have been unable to get ahold of anyone at Pac Heights Kidz. Daycare is competitive in San Francisco, but it's still not an excuse to ghost families hoping to enroll. read more

Pac Heights Kidz was our first daycare experience for our daughter, who started when she was about 2.5 years old, and it was wonderful - all of the teachers and staff were so friendly, caring and welcoming, and our daughter always came home happy and excited about her day. They sent lots of updates and pics, as well as a weekly newsletter about what the kids had got up to that week, so I always felt like I knew what was happening. I also liked how they put on lots of events to help you get to know the teachers and other families, and they put so much effort into helping our daughter (and us!) settle in. It really felt like a little community. We sadly had to leave due to relocating, but otherwise we would have happily kept our daughter here until she went to school - we were very sad to leave! Highly recommend this daycare! read more

We have had the most wonderful experience with Pac Heights Kidz. Our daughter loves going to school everyday and is very fond of the teachers and friends she spends time with. Could not recommend it more highly. read more

Just wanted to take a moment to show my appreciation for the amazing years our kids have spent with Nisha and her staff of supportive and engaging teachers at both PHK and Nature Kidz. My older daughter and younger son each started at PHK as baby bears when they were around 18 months. The teachers were all very committed and engaged often going above and beyond, showing their love and devotion to the students by turning up as bday party guests on their days off! They have a great curriculum of actives, focusing on music, science, language and cultural appreciation. They adapted their topics each month based on the children's interests and invited community guests to come and share with the students (local dentists and firefighters etc!). They make learning fun focusing on a different country each month, encouraging families to share their traditions and perspectives. Over the years our kids moved up with the cohorts of their peers from Astronaut school, to Racecar school, to the great outdoors of Mountain Lake park. Our last couple years with Nature Kidz was such a blessing and I look back now so grateful for the time spent outside on hikes enjoying nature, doing projects, climbing trees, going on field trips to the Academy of science, the library, and the beach. I loved that the kids got to play outside and experience yoga, soccer, bikes & scooters but also still learned letters and rhyming and more traditional indoor classroom topics with their clipboards and blankets! Nisha and Marinelle put a lot of effort and time into building a tightknit community. The teachers posts photos daily and send email updates which were always fun to look at and chat about together with my kids. Throughout the year, the school hosted fun events parents were encouraged to attend during the holidays. They always plan special activities for Mother's day and Father's day and host school wide events for families to get to know each other. We have made some of our closest friends through our PHK community of families. They make the kids feel special and appreciated celebrating their birthdays and planning a big graduation ceremony each year for the students leaving for Kindergarten! I am so grateful to Nisha, Aaron, teacher Chris, Orrapan, Luis, Yare, Alexis, Jazmine, Marinelle and the whole gang! We miss you all dearly! Here are some pics of my littles having the best time. read more

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Our family have wonderful experiences with PHK in the last 2 years. My daughter Moli just graduated from PHK this summer and she started her preschool after covid quarantine with a lot of uncertainties. My daughter's independence and social personality are deeply blossomed by their caring and loving environment. Nisha, Aaron and all the teachers my daughter met are wonderful and she loves all of them. My daughter built strong emotional bonding with this community and I still remember her graduation day and the last day in school. Our family feels grateful to be part of PHK. read more

Our family has been exceedingly happy at Pac Heights Kidz. We are finishing up our third and final year and our daughter is very well prepared to start kindergarten next year. Additionally, with the support of PHK, she was granted entry at an exceptional private elementary school in the city. I cannot re PHK enough for everything they have done for us throughout our preschool experience. read more

We had a great experience being a part of the PHK community. The teachers are very loving and caring. As the first out of home environment for our daughter, we felt very safe having her here. They have a great program and provide detailed updates and pictures throughout the day. The location our daughter attended has a nice spacious backyard that the kids played in often, in addition to frequent outing activities they had. We love teacher Angel and Marinelle and are very thankful for the excellent care and support they provided our daughter with. read more

We had such an amazing experience with the team at Pac Height Kidz! Our daughter loved going to school and was always in such a good mood after pick up. I especially loved how communicative they were with me about her day and what she was learning. Loved seeing to picture updates and how thoughtful all of the activities were. I couldn't recommend this school more! read more

We had a wonderful experience with PHK. Our daughter thrived and enjoyed the program for more than 2 years. Nisha and her team are just raising the bar of daycare in San Francisco. Thank you! read more

Our daughter, Eloise, joined PHK when she was around 20 months old and instantly loved it. She is pretty social, but also the teachers and the program are amazing. We loved the apps they used, which kept us updated on her snacks, lunch, diaper situations, and anything we needed to know about. We also got so many pictures each day, and it was great to see what she was up to. The weekly newsletter told us about the topics she learned about, and helped us be able to talk to her about what she was learning. The program kept her very engaged, from doing crafts, to learning about new topics, singing songs, playing outside, and going on neighborhood walks to the playground and library. Eloise learned so much during the year she spent there. And the teachers were amazing. They are all so kind and loving. Eloise would talk about them every day and be so excited to see them and her friends. Unfortunately, we had to leave the program recently as we just moved across the country. We really don't think we will find a program as good as PHK. We already miss it so much and are very grateful to the time and memories made there. read more

Our daughter started Pac Heights Kidz at 16 months and stayed until 3 yrs old. We loved having her at the school and she loved being there even more. I miss PHK and still wonder if we should bring her back. :p I really loved all the enriching and varying subjects that the kids were learning and the nurturing care of each of the care givers. I loved the apps they used keep us updated us with certain daily things and photos/videos to get a glimpse of their day. I am so grateful for PHK and super happy that our daughter was part of their program. Hopefully our next kid will experience the same greatness when he is of age. read more

I could cry thinking about our daughter having to leave (we moved away) and wondering if she'll hold some memories of it. Luckily many pictures provided and keepsakes done.. the daycare provides opportunities for community with the families of the daycare and do after school events that made it so special. It is incredibly charming and structured .. it's not just a daycare and only play they actually learn a lot as well. I loved how they sent e-mails daily showing what they did for the day so I could reference that with my daughter and show her the pictures. Also They provide healthy fancy meals .. she was eating like a queen haha. And they had parent teacher conferences for the tiny tots .. everything was soo well organized and thought out. The school was a perfect fit for our family. read more

I was lucky to find Pac Heights Kidz right as they were getting started two years ago. My 1-year-old seemed to love social, energetic environments so I didn't want her home alone with a nanny. While searching for a share-care, Nisha reached out to me about the program she was starting in her home. Immediately upon meeting her and seeing her space I knew that I wanted my child at PHK. My daughter has been in the program for two years and we all love it. I've recommended PHK to several friends who have also become part of the PHK family. Why I recommend it: -- It's run by a family that is not only deeply kind and caring, but they're also practiced professionals. In other words, they're very organized and understand what it's like to be a working parent in SF -- The staff are incredibly warm and loving, and my daughter truly loves them. When she refuses, for example, to put on her shoes, we can usually get her to do it for someone she cares about (e.g. her favorite aunt). Most of the time it's one of her PHK teachers that she names. -- Breakfast, lunch, and two snacks a day, all provided... homemade, healthy, diverse, and delicious. I'm often jealous when I see what she's getting for lunch! -- The field trips are amazing and *included.* Academy of Sciences, Exploratorium, Urgent Care (to learn about healthcare), different playgrounds, Gingerbread House at the Fairmont, The GGB... I could keep going. But what's amazing is that the kids go safely off the premises to explore their community on a regular basis! -- Nisha and co often organize events to bring all of the families together. And all of the other families I've met through PHK are wonderful. It's a diverse group of people, all warm and down to earth. -- Good communication is so important with childcare providers and PHK nails this. They use an app called Brightwheel to keep parents updated through messages and an almost real-time log of your child's meals, naps, potty/diapers, etc. And they post photos and videos of their day to the Tinybeans app. I've loved taking a break from my day to check in on my daughter throughout her day. It's cheesy but I honestly feel blessed to be part of this program and community. read more

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Our family has been associated with four preschools (under five different managements) and I can say, without a doubt, that our experience at PHK has been the best! The school runs like a well-oiled machine, the teachers have been there forever, and they are excellent at communication and sharing updates. The teachers seem genuinely invested in the kids, are extremely kind and thoughtful and we always felt like our son was loved and celebrated as a part of the PHK family (which made it all the more heartbreaking when our family moved from San Francisco). Thank you all for such a wonderful experience - we miss you! read more

We had a fantastic experience her. Our child loved it. The staff was super nice and encouraging. Pick up and drop off was easy, even during Covid. They worked really hard to stay clean and guard against spread of covid too. We are very grateful to the staff. Thanks! read more

Love this place! As most parents are, I was SO nervous about my daughter starting preschool, I was wondering: will she make friends, will she get along with her classmates, will she like the teachers, will she be happy?!?!. Well, I can certainly say the answer to all these questions is YES! Wow, what a wonderful school full of thoughtful and kind teachers. My daughter has a speech delay and has excelled in her expressive and receptive language skills since starting PHK! She's made so many friends and adores all her teachers. 100% recommend PHK! read more

We had the most incredible 5 (!!) years at Pac Heights Kidz and their sister school, Nature Kidz. Both our kids attended from the age of 18 months all the way into Kindergarten. We can't say enough good things about this program - the love of the teachers, the enrichment activities, the attention to our children's needs, the communication, the program design, etc. We are sad to have graduated and feel so lucky that we chose this preschool years ago. Nisha and her team were responsive to all our needs, and they served both our kids very well - a more reserved, sensitive kids, and a wild, energetic kid both did phenomenally well at this program. We are now fully in elementary school but look incredibly fondly on our years with PHK and its amazing team! read more

We love PHK! The entire staff is so supportive and warm for the kids and parents alike. We started our son just under two and were really worried about his adjustment since it was in the middle of covid during Aug 2021. All the teachers were very reassuring and our son adjusted quickly after two days, and he's loved going to school ever since. I love all the different activities that they do, including arts, and soccer and yoga. The class sizes are small and the teacher vs student ratio is great so that the kids get enough attention for their needs. I would recommend PHK for any family. read more

Our son has been in PHK for almost a year now. The teachers are amazing! Energetic, positive, flexible and great with kids. My 2.5 year old says his favorite part of daycare is his "nice and fun teachers." The daily photos and app that shares all their activities are so helpful. Also, there are so many enrichment activities to be a part of, from soccer class, pre-ballet, bus field trips, music class, trip to the library etc. My child has thrived here and I'm so grateful to have such a wonderful village. read more

Our son joined Pac Heights Kidz almost 2 years ago and has grown and thrived with Nisha and the other teachers. I couldn't be happier with the care and attention given to him and all the other kids. He learned to love music and instruments, dancing and singing, and also learned a bit of Spanish (numbers, days and months!). The teachers are all kind and loving and have always made me confident at drop off that he was in the best hands. Thank you for providing such a fun and safe environment for G! read more

I sent my daughter to PHK for about 2 years and we absolutely loved it! Nisha and the staff were so supportive and warm with the kids, and my little one was very happy there. It was obvious she was learning and was also gently nudged out of her comfort zone. I plan on sending my new little one there once he's big enough! read more

When researching daycares, we wanted something that was small, in-home, and with teachers who would care for my daughter as they would their own. We have found that, and more, in Pac Heights Kidz. Upon our first meeting with Nisha, we knew immediately we had found a special place. As this was our first time doing daycare, Nisha was and has been incredibly responsive and helpful for all of our questions. She has really worked with the parents to understand our needs and concerns, and provide guidance for the many of us that are new to daycare. I've already seen development in my daughter - her love of music and dancing has increased exponentially! She adores going to daycare - she gets so excited when her backpack comes out on Monday morning because she knows where she's going. I love that I get to see photos and videos of my daughter with her buddies. Nisha's daycare is a hidden gem, and we are lucky to have found her! read more

Choosing Pac Heights Kidz was one of the best decisions we made for our baby. When looking for a daycare I wanted to find a group that would care for our kid the same way as we do and I definitely found that at Pac Heights Kidz. From the very first call w/ the owner Nisha and the 1st conversations w/ the music director Jaymee I felt so happy and open to ask any type of questions I had since this was the 1st time my baby was going to a daycare. Here are the main reason I love Pac Heights Kidz: - Brand new school: the place is super cute, clean and with new toys and activities daily - They upload videos and pictures all day, and they are super cute! - Great food all day. I think my baby eats better in his school than at home :) - Nisha, Jaymee and Melissa care for the for the children as if they are their own. They are very accommodating and discuss any issues your baby may be having on a daily basis. I feel they work with us as team, figuring out whats best for the children. - The school has music and spanish teachers, they dance, read, get outside (in the nice yard) everyday. My baby has developed so much since he started at Pac Heights Kidz! I'm so thankful I have found Nisha's school - I HIGHLY recommend, we love them! read more

We have been so happy with pac Heights Kidz for our daughter. This was her first group care experience and it exceeded our expectations in so many ways. The teachers are so caring and were so patient with my daughter (who was slow to warm and had some separation stuff). My daughter now loves music, soccer, and dancing because of school. Nisha, the owner, is extremely kind and attentive. There is so much thought that is put into the curriculum, even for the 2 year olds! read more

We were so lucky to find a spot for our 1 year old son. The school hadn't opened yet, but after meeting the director Nisha we knew we found the perfect place. We love that it's small yet they offer so much. Each day they introduce a different genre of music and lessons in Spanish. Each meal is cooked on site and they even have outdoor activities in their backyard garden. Our son has socialized well with the other toddles and is florishing as he develops new skills. We love the school and all the teachers. The ratio is 3:4, teachers to students. Finding the right school can be a stressful process, but after finding Pac Heights Kidz I feel great and can't say anything but positive praises. read more

Pac Heights Kidz - Child Care & Day Care Near Me - San Francisco, California

We had our daughter enrolled first in day care and eventually in preschool at Pac Heights Kidz from October 2017 to August 2018. We had an absolutely amazing experience with the entire staff! Nisha is extremely talented and all the teachers are incredibly nurturing. They prioritize safety and do tons of off-site field trips for the bigger kids. Were it not for the fact that we moved out of the neighborhood we would have loved to stay there as long as we could. We already miss them terribly. read more

my daughter spent about a year and a half at PHK and loved every minute of it! she was excited to go every day and was always greeted with so much love. all of the teachers there are so special and treated my daughter as if she was their own. they are very communicative and super flexible if you want to add or change a day or two. we feel very lucky to have been part of their community. it was bittersweet when we had to move on to kindergarten. we would pick PHK again in a heartbeat. read more

Nisha and her team are phenomenal. They coached Nils to come out of his shell, worked with him and acknowledged his need for independence and he absolutely blossomed in Pac Heights Kidz. Our son particularly loved the outdoor program. The team at this preschool is so communicative, collaborative - I wish my children could just stay with them forever! read more

Figuring out childcare is tough as you want to provide the best for your child's development as well as a safe & happy environment that you feel comfortable with. To be honest we weren't sure about home daycares and were only looking at the Bright Horizons & such within the city. A friend of a friend had her daughter at Pac Heights Kidz and highly praised it, so we started to look into it. I am so glad we did and am very happy with our decision to have our son there. We recently moved and we definitely miss it! What we loved: - it was designed with love & care by a mom of 2 - the teachers are awesome - from their energy & attitude, you can really tell that its high quality care - exposure - the kids are exposed to music, learning, arts & crafts, outdoor play, etc. - structure - for the kids: keeping them on a routine throughout the day helps them learn & transition to pre-school when ready; for the parents: expectations & communication are clear & consistent - breakfast, lunch & snacks are all taken care of and are fresh & healthy - tech adopted - apps to share their schedule, enable messaging & sharing pictures throughout the day - this is really above and beyond and so appreciated! To sum it up, PHK has the best of both worlds from home daycares & professional daycares and if we moved back to SF, I wouldn't hesitate to make the same decision again. read more

I feel so fortunate to have found Nisha and her team. They found a space for my daughter when I desperately needed some childcare after heading back to work. Nisha and her team were so patient and loving with my 19 month old. Its an amazing feeling as a working parent to be able to drop your children off somewhere and not have to worry about them. With Nisha and her team I never did. My daughter absolutely thrived at Pac Heights Kidz. I will forever be grateful to Nisha and her amazing group of teachers. read more

I have been incredibly happy with Pac Heights Kidz preschool for our daughter. She started in the daycare in October of 2017 and transitioned into their preschool program. The only reason why we left the program this past month is because we moved away. I am so impressed with their project based learning and teachers. Also they go out of their way to make sure that none of the children feel left out. Both locations are incredibly clean and well kept up as I have been there on numerous occasions for birthday party celebrations, conferences, open houses and holiday events. Our daughter now loves ballet, soccer and theater thanks to Nisha and her team of amazing teachers. I highly recommend this program!!!!!! read more

I am very much indebted to Nisha and all of the wonderful teachers my daughter Olympia has had during her time at this wonderful daycare. Organized, clean, never boring and a very happy place for kids. This is by far an amazing option for childcare and preschool. Everyone is loving and engaging not to mention all the activities offered in the program like ballet and multiple field trips. read more

My son has been enrolled at PacHeights Kidz since they opened and we could not be happier. We previously were in a nanny share and were overwhelmed with daycare choices when we decided it was time to transition to that type of setting. Nisha, the owner and director, reached out to me about joining their program after seeing my pleas for help on the Golden Gate Mothers Group discussion board. After meeting Nisha and touring the space, I knew this is where I would be comfortable leaving my son while I worked. The space is clean, with clear areas for various types of play. There is an outdoor space that has toys as well as a garden that they "help" grow. Meals and snacks are provided and are nutritious as well as delicious (my son often eats extra portions!). The teachers are all personable and really seem to care about the kids. One of the greatest aspects of the program is that Nisha and the team work hard to share pictures and videos of the kids during the day so I can see what my son is up to during the day and feel confident that he's having a good time, which he always is :) They are music based which is so fun because my son comes home singing and always ready to dance. They also integrate Spanish into the program which is fun as we were already teaching him words. Nisha offers a great mix of play and education which keeps the kids stimulated and makes the day go by fast! I love getting the projects they work on, including a very nice Mother's Day present. Overall we would recommend this daycare for someone who is looking for a program that mixes play and education and loves to be inundated with pics of their kids as I do read more

We really can't say enough good things about Pac Heights Kidz, Nisha, Aaron, all the teachers and families that are part of the program and community. Our son joined when he was about 18 months and it was truly remarkable to see him grow and develop over a year. He comes home singing songs in Spanish, telling us about the water cycle or solar system and raving about how much he loves his teachers and friends. The only reason we left is because we moved away but our son still asks to go back to his "old school." Nisha and Aaron bring a real sensibility to the program as parents themselves and update parents through photos and diaries every day. It's a great way to get to know the other kids in the program and be able to talk to your kid about what he or she learned that day. We love Pac Heights Kidz and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a very special place for their child. read more

A few years ago we realized our active 18 month old needed more interaction with other kids and a bit more structure. A friend mentioned Pac Heights Kidz and it has was the best recommendation ever. Nisha is not only an owner, but the "mom away from home" we all want our children to have when not with us. Her teachers are kind, loving, and fun and know exactly how to make my son feel wonderful every day. We have seen our son - now 3 1/4 - become this curious, thoughtful, and funny child - a large part due to his experiences at Pac Heights Kidz. If you are looking for childcare that is more than just taking care of your kids, you should get to know Pac Heights Kidz! read more

Our son attended PHK for 2 years from age 14 months to 3 years old, so he benefited from both the daycare and preschool programs, until we moved abroad. When I first searched for a daycare, I found it very hard to leave my little one in the places I toured, until I found Nisha at PHK, I knew it was the one. And I was right. Nisha and her team create a warm and nurturing environment, where children grow happily and safely. They celebrate diversity, teach the kids about different countries and cultures, and many topics that kids find very interesting (such as at PHKU). I was impressed by the things my LO had learned at school, and how early he could count and recognize some letters. They learn about music and instruments, dance everyday, learn Spanish, have cooking classes, go to the playground, on field trips, etc. Nisha is on top of everything, truly reliable, always open to discuss and to contribute to anything that may worry parents, and plans carefully so that kids thrive. She also has a great team of loving teachers. We left the USA almost 5 months ago and my son still talks about teacher Jasmine, and PHK. It was a great experience, I definitely recommend it. We were emotional when we had to say goodbye since they were a crucial part of our child's first years and we felt at home at PHK. read more

We recently left SF to move to LA, and possibly the hardest part about the move was the idea of taking our daughter away from PHK! Due to a transitional childcare situation, we decided to visit some daycares for our 15-month old. Nisha & team were a perfect fit for our family for the past 6 months. The environment is super positive, energetic, warm, engaging, organized and diverse. Within days, our daughter's vocabulary had exploded from being around so many other awesome kids. The teachers are absolutely incredible from drop off to pickup - you can tell this within seconds of being around them - and they do so many fun & smart activities with the kids. (I frequently ripped off games and food ideas from them.) PHK is also run incredibly professionally; this is a true business. Sure to appeal to the Bay Area tech parents out there, they communicate via some great apps with daily updates and photos (I got many smiles during meetings when I would receive a push notification about of a dirty diaper :) We were looking forward to keeping our daughter in the PHK community for several years. I can only hope we find something as special in our new neighborhood. read more

We started our daughter a few weeks ago part-time at Nisha's center and we are delighted! Our baby's day is rich in music, dancing, singing, and play and the teachers seem to love connecting with the kids. Nisha is a mother herself with prior working world experience and has focused on developing aspects of her daycare center that really appeal to me as a working mom - I am never able to do drop-off or pick-up so our nanny is the point of contact with the daycare, but I still feel very involved and aware of how my daughter is experiencing her day because Nisha posts daily video and photo feeds to a secure app that all the parents can review at any time. There is also a running summary of the basics - how much my daughter has eaten, her diaper changes, and her naptime are all logged in real time so that I can check in during free moments to see how things have gone. Also, it is amazing to have the food provided as part of the tuition. My daughter eats much better when it is a community experience with everyone sharing the same food. Seeing other kids trying the offered food helps her decide to try it too. And the convenience of not having to come up with snacks and lunches has been lifesaving. The facility itself is wonderful- brand new and so clean, with a fun private outdoor space. The music- and language-based curriculum really enriches the things we have tried to help our daughter begin to learn at home and I have seen her grow in leaps and bounds with just two days at week here. Further, the style of adult-child interaction is very loving and nurturing, with an emphasis on mutual respect, which parallels my daughter's experience at home and is in contrast to a previous center that we tried here in the city. I highly recommend this center! read more

My son went to Pac Heights Kids from when he was 16 months to almost 2 1/2 years old. The teachers are super friendly and caring. They really understand each child's needs. We would also get live updates via an app (food, diapers, naps, activities) and photos throughout the day. This was very helpful at the beginning to reassure us that he was enjoying himself. He learned so much during his year at Pac Heights and made great friends. He is now such a good sharer and aware of other kid's feelings, which I know is thanks to the attention and support the daycare gives them. They also started having " fieldtrips " to the local library and playground. They were so careful to practice having the kids hold on to the rope for walking with their little neon vests so I never had to worry about his safety. Overall I am so happy about my son's experience at Pac Heights Kidz and keep recommending them to all my friends! read more