Garden Gate Preschool

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296 Guttenberg St
San Francisco, CA 94112

Garden Gate Preschool is a unique home-based preschool located in San Francisco, CA. Founded by Shannon Lundling and Michelle Rios, both SF natives with extensive experience in early childhood education, the preschool offers a child-directed, play-based program. With a curriculum that emphasizes creativity and learning through varied options, children are encouraged to explore different areas of interest, such as art, puzzles, imaginative play, and more. The preschool also incorporates outdoor time and field trips to foster motor skills development and a connection with nature.

Following city and state COVID guidelines, Garden Gate Preschool prioritizes the safety of its students and staff. Masking is currently optional, and the teachers are fully vaccinated. The preschool encourages vaccination for students and family members and requests negative COVID test results if there are symptoms or exposure. With a small group size and a ratio of 1:3, Garden Gate Preschool provides a nurturing environment for children aged 2.9 to 5 years old. The program runs from August to June, with the option for summer camp in July. Shannon Lundling and Michelle Rios, along with their team of dedicated teachers, aim to create long-lasting connections with children and families through their positive reinforcement and attachment-based teaching approach.

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5.07 reviews
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Maya R.
9/25/2025

My son is a student at Garden Gate and loooooves it! We recently transitioned from a much larger preschool and are so happy we made the switch. Michelle and Shannon take such great care of the...

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Alex S.
3/28/2024

I never thought I could find a full time preschool that I would feel 100% about, but this one is 110%. Curriculum: every month there is a theme, every day of the month they explore something that...

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Darya M.
8/6/2024

My kids went to Little Bear school where Michelle and Shannon were teachers. I can wholeheartedly recommend their school. It is their elixir of warmth, dedication creativity, and experience that...

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Michael R.
10/12/2022

When our daughter was ready for preschool, we visited a *ton* of schools, looking for a loving staff and play-based curriculum that would be both nurturing and inspire a love of learning. We chose...

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Shayna Y.
10/4/2023

Such a wonderful and welcoming place! My daughter loves it here. We always look forward to their monthly themed calendars. A great lil community is formed around this school.

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