Child Care

The Parks and Recreation Department offers child care through its Preschool Early Learning Program (serving kids ages 2 ½ to 5 years old) and Youth Enrichment Services Program (serving kids in grades TK to 5th grade). 

Preschool Early Learning Programs

The City of South San Francisco's three preschools operate Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 6:00 pm.

Little Steps

Little Steps Preschool, Grant Funded through the Big Lift (Lic. 414004145)
520 Tamarack Lane
Ph: (650) 877-8545

Siebecker

The City of South San Francisco's three preschools operate Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 6:00 pm.

Siebecker Preschool (Lic. 410509769)
510 Elm Ct.
Ph: (650) 875-6979

Westborough

Westborough Preschool (Lic. 410517397)

2380 Galway Dr.
Ph: (650) 875-6980

Wait List

Siebecker and Westborough Preschools currently have a 3 to 4 year waiting list. Please download and fill out the wait list form(PDF, 414KB) and submit it with your non-refundable $34.50 wait list fee to:

City of South San Francisco
Attn: Childcare / Preschool Waiting List
901 Civic Campus Way
South San Francisco, CA 94080 

 

Youth Enrichment Services (YES) Programs

School-age childcare programs for children in TK - 5th grade are offered through the After School Recreation Program (ASRP)and Recreation, Education, and Learning (REAL) Program.

After School Programs (YES)

2026-2027 Lottery Waitlist Registration

Families can register for the 2026-2027 After School Recreation Program (ASRP) waitlist lottery through our online registration system from Monday, April 6, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. through Friday, April 10, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.  There is no fee for lottery registration.  Families will be enrolled or waitlisted in lottery order.  Notification about enrollment or waitlist registration will occur the week of April 20, 2026.

**If you are currently enrolled in one of our After School Programs you will be provided information about priority registration.

If you do not have access to register online, please contact us for registration assistance.  We can be reached at (650) 875-6900, yesregistration@ssfca.gov, or in person at the Joseph A. Fernekes Recreation Building (781 Tennis Drive) Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

                       

Youth Enrichment Services After School Recreation Programs (ASRP)

School-age child care programs for children in TK - 5th grade are offered through the After School Recreation Program (ASRP) and Recreation, Education, and Learning (REAL) collectively referred to as the Youth Enrichment Services (YES) Program.

Schedule

2024-2025 
 Yearly tuition/Monthly installment

5 Days Before and After School

$4,850.00/$485.00

5 Days After School Only

$4,190.00/ $419.00

3 Days Before and After School

$3,310.00/ $331.00

3 Days After School Only

$2,870.00/ $287.00

2 Days Before and After School

$2,200.00/ $220.00

2 Days After School Only

$1,930.00/ $193.00

Before School Only

$1,540.00/ $154.00

 

Licensed After School Recreation Program Locations:

  • Buri Buri Elementary School (lic #414002856)
  • Monte Verde Elementary School (lic #410518963)
  • Ponderosa Elementary School (lic #410519011)
  • Spruce Elementary School (lic #410519010)

The After School Recreation Program is designed for children in TK - 5th grade. The program operates in accordance with the South San Francisco Unified School District’s calendar Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to a.m. bell-time and p.m. bell-time to 6:00 p.m. Children participate in art, STEAM, homework time, cooking, games, sports, and group activities. The After School Recreation Programs are licensed through the Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing.

If you are interested in enrolling in the 2025-2026 after school programs, please contact yesregistration@ssfca.gov.

For more information:

Youth Enrichment Services
Joseph A. Fernekes Building
781 Tennis Drive
South San Francisco, CA 94080

Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Kimberly Morrison, Recreation & Community Services Supervisor
kimberly.morrison@ssfca.gov
(650) 875-6900

Recreation, Enrichment and Learning (REAL)

2026-2027 Lottery Waitlist Registration

Families can register for the 2026-2027 Recreation, Education, and Learning (REAL) waitlist lottery through our online registration system from Monday, April 6, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. through Friday, April 10, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.  There is no fee for lottery registration.  Families will be enrolled or waitlisted in lottery order.  Notification about enrollment or waitlist registration will occur the week of April 20, 2026.

**If you are currently enrolled in one of our After School Programs you will be provided information about priority registration.

If you do not have access to register online, please contact us for registration assistance.  We can be reached at (650) 875-6900, yesregistration@ssfca.gov, or in person at the Joseph A. Fernekes Recreation Building (781 Tennis Drive) Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Recreation, Enrichment and Learning (REAL) Program

The R.E.A.L. (Recreation, Enrichment and Learning) Program is funded by the State of California and is offered at no cost to families.

Locations:

  • Los Cerritos Elementary School
  • Martin Elementary School

The purpose of the REAL Program is to expand learning beyond the school day. The program compliments, supports, and enhances daily classroom instruction. The program, while structured, provides staff and students with choices. The REAL Program encourages creativity, imagination, and flexibility. It focuses on creating educational projects that make learning fun. Students participate in a balance of individual activities, small and large group activities, indoor and outdoor activities, and quiet as well as active play.

Spring Camp 2026

Welcome to Wildlife Wonders Spring Camp!

Where curiosity runs wild and every day is an adventure.

Are you ready to trade screen time for sunshine? This spring break, we’re inviting explorers (Grades TK-age 12) to step into the great outdoors. From the desert to the rainforest, Wildlife Wonders is a week-long journey through the fascinating world of animals.

Spring Camp Details:

  • Dates:  March 30th-April 3rd
  • Hours:  7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
  • Location:  Ponderosa Elementary School, 295 Ponderosa Road
  • Ages:  TK through age 12. 
    • Children in TK must be enrolled in a school district TK Program. 
    • Children in preschool are not eligible for Spring Camp. 
  • Fees:  Residents:  $41.00 per day     Non-Residents:  $46.00 per day

There are no refunds for Spring Camp

Public Registration opens on Monday, February 9th at 9:00 a.m. and closes on Friday, March 20th at 4:00 p.m.                                *There was an error in the original registration date-public registration begins February 9th

 

Summer Camp 2026

Summer Camp 2026

Join us for a summer full of adventure and memories!

Online Resident registration will begin Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

Online Non-Resident registration will begin Monday, March 23, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

Online registration instructions are posted below.

To receive the Summer Booklet please email us at yesregistration@ssfca.gov.

The Summer Booklet contains detailed information about all of our Summer Camp Programs.  We strongly encourage all families to review the Summer Camp Booklet as there are age/grade requirements for some of our camps. 

If your child's grade or birthdate are incorrect in the registration system, please contact us prior to registration.

If your child's tuition is paid through a subsidy agency, please contact us for registration instructions.

If you are eligible for ELOP through the South San Francisco Unified School District and are interested in the 4-week ELOP Summer Program, please contact us for registration instructions.

If you have previously enrolled in a childcare program or camp, recreation classes, or a recreation event you have an account.  PLEASE DO NOT CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT.  Click Forgot Password.

If you do not have computer access and are unable to register online, please contact us at (650) 875-6900 for assistance with registration.

Online Registration Instructions(PDF, 1021KB)

Spanish Online Registration Instructions(PDF, 1MB)

Credit Card Upload Instructions(PDF, 1MB)

Spanish Credit Card Upload Instructions(PDF, 936KB)

Winter Camp 2026

Winter Camp 2026

Youth Enrichment Services (YES) provides full day programs during Winter Break. Please check back in November 2026 for details and registration information.

 

Full of Fun

The Department also offers a Full of Fun Camp for teens and young adults with disabilities.

The Full of Fun Camp came about as a result of parents of teens and young adults with disabilities asking about summer programs. In 2007 we designed and implemented our first camp. The goal was simple. To offer a camp for these special teens and adults that allows them to just “hang out” with their non-disabled peers. Full of Fun Camp operates for 3 weeks during the summer from 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. and once a month during the school year with our Nights Of Fun. For more information about our program or volunteering please contact Kasey Kelly at 650-829-3822 or kaseyjo.kelly@ssfca.gov.

 

Contact Us

Administrative Office

Joseph A. Fernekes
Recreation Building at Orange Park
781 Tennis Dr.
South San Francisco, CA 94080

Mailing Address

Attn: Childcare
901 Civic Campus Way
South San Francisco, CA 94080

Phone:(650) 875-6900

 

Preschool & Early Learning Programs

Diana Gonzalez
Recreation and Community Services Supervisor Preschool & Early Learning Programs
Email: diana.gonzalez@ssfca.gov

Phone: (650) 829-3756

 

Registration

Cristina Simmons
Administrative Assistant
Email: cristina.simmons@ssfca.gov
Phone:(650) 875-6900

 

Youth Enrichment Services Program

Kimberly Morrison
Recreation & Community Services Supervisor Youth Enrichment Services (YES) Program
Email: kimberly.morrison@ssfca.gov
Phone:(650) 875-6900

 

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