Current Programs

Slippery Fish is a vibrant and nurturing cooperative preschool with play-based programs for children starting at 12 months.

Developmental Playgroups

Age Group: 12 – 24 months (possibly younger)

We are excited to announce new programming for young children 12-24 months (possibly younger) starting August 2024. We are currently designing the structure and schedule and would love to hear from YOU about what you would like to see. Please email info@slipperyfish-sf.com if you are interested

Sessions: TBD

2023-2024 Tuition:  TBD

Scholarships available to SF residents

Class Size: TBD

Adult/Child Ratio: 1 to 2 or better

Koi Program

Age Group: 2-3 year olds
(Children born between 9/1/21 – 9/1/22 for 2024-2025 school year)

Our Koi program offers lots of open-ended play while incorporating guided structure and developmentally appropriate activities for 2 year olds. We support children’s social-emotional development by helping them to identify, understand, and manage their big feelings as they move from parallel play into cooperative play. A healthy snack is provided. 

Sessions: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
option of adding Tuesday and/or Thursday

2024-2025 Tuition:
3 days/week: $725/month
4 days/week: $1000/month
5 days/week: $1300/month

Scholarships available to SF residents

Class Size: Up to 12 Children

Adult/Child Ratio: 1 to 4 or better


Flying Fish Program

Age Group: 3-5 Years Old
(Children born before 9/1/21 for 2024-2025 school year)

Flying Fish is our half-day preschool program. Our play-based curriculum incorporates developmentally appropriate structure, emphasizing social-emotional learning and problem-solving alongside anti-bias education. Children are encouraged to follow their interests and deepen their understanding of the world through project-based learning. For children in their final year, kindergarten readiness is thoughtfully integrated into the curriculum. A healthy snack is provided. 

As part of our Flying Fish Program, we also offer optional Nature Days three a week. Nature Days are spent immersed in the outdoors in a small group (up to nine children with a 3:1 ratio of kids to adults). Extended, uninterrupted time in nature helps build confidence and self-esteem, as well as creativity, collaboration and a connection to the natural world.

Sessions: 9 am to 3 pm, 3-5 days/week, on-campus and Nature Day options
Early drop off (8:30am) available M-F, aftercare (4pm or 5pm pickup) available T-F

2024-2025 Tuition:
3 days/week: $975 / month ($252 Preschool For All tuition credit)
– 4 days/week: $1388 / month ($336 PFA tuition credit)
– 5 days/week: $1935 / month ($420 PFA tuition credit)
(campus days tuition)

Scholarships available to SF residents

Class Size:  Up to 20 Children

Adult/Child Ratio:  1 to 5 or better on Campus / 1 to 3 or better on Nature Days

Interested in enrollment?

More questions?
Please email info@slipperyfish-sf.com