Wind In the Willows Learning

"Our child is currently in their 2nd year at Wind in the Willows and we could not be more grateful for the time that they have spent there. Wind in the Willows is a play-based preschool that emphasizes social-emotional learning and building strong relationships between peers, teachers, and families. The teachers are all warm and supportive, and show a lot of love for each child and their individual personalities. The director is incredibly hands-on and goes above and beyond to make the school safe, fun, and educational. Families are welcomed to participate and bond through after school/weekend events and play dates. Families are also encouraged to visit the class for birthdays and to share about their cultures and traditions. Kids who are in Pre-K can also enroll in “Kinder Prep” to participate in a program that provides academic preparation for kindergarten. Kids go on frequent field trips to the neighborhood playground and places like the grocery store. While the school follows the SFUSD calendar, there are 4 weeks of summer camp every June that students can opt into as well. Parents are sent daily photos, which helps us to see what our kids are learning and to have conversations about their day. We love being able to share the day in this way! The school is located close to CCSF and several bus lines, and has really easy street parking for dropoff and pickup (the school is located on a long block with “one hour parking” designation, that pretty much always has open spots). Choosing a preschool can be a daunting task. Wind in the Willows has provided our whole family with a small, safe, and caring place for our child to be every single day. Our child’s social world and self-confidence have blossomed in ways that we are so happy to see. We highly recommend this school and feel lucky to be a part of it."

"Wind in the Willows is a hidden gem for parents looking for a supportive, nurturing and adventurous environment for their kids. I can’t say enough good things about this school. This was the first place my son attended in a group setting outside home at almost three years old. I was very worried about the transition. But the teachers and children there are so caring and friendly that he quickly adjusted well. He has tons of friends and enjoys all the thoughtful activities. The school’s approach aligns really well with my personal belief in letting children explore, learn through play, and importance of emotional and social development at an early stage. This school was recommended to me by an expert in early childhood education. I couldn’t be more grateful for having found this place."