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Frequent Questions

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Have you ever had a question and didn’t know where to find the answer? If so, you’ve come to the right place.

Have a question about enrollment at Buen Día Family School? We’ve gathered answers to some of the questions families most frequently ask about our admissions process, school visits, tuition, and financial assistance.

If you don’t find the information you’re looking for below, please contact us at admin@bdfs.org or (415) 431-3535.

  1. How old does my child need to be attend Buen Dia?
  2. When can I apply?
  3. What is the admissions process?
  4. How do I schedule a school visit?
  5. I cannot visit the school until February, how will that affect my chances of getting in?
  6. How long is the school visit and what should I expect?
  7. My child is younger than 24 months. Can we visit the school?
  8. What is the difference between the Toddler and Preschool programs?
  9. What are the tuition costs and other fees?
  10. Does Buen Día offer tuition assistance?
  11. When will I hear back about my application?
  12. What happens if my child is not offered a space?
  13. What if I have additional questions about enrollment?
  1. How old does my child need to be attend Buen Dia?

    For the 2027–2028 school year, children must be at least 24 months old by September 1, 2027 to apply.
    Children who do not meet the age requirement for the 2027–2028 school year may apply for a future school year when they are eligible.

  2. When can I apply?

    Applications for the 2027–2028 school year will be accepted from October 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027.
    All applications received during this period are reviewed together after the application deadline.

  3. What is the admissions process?

    Our admissions process begins with an online Information Session led by the Buen Día Admissions Team.

    The process is:
    Inquiry → Information Session → School Visit → Application → Admissions Review
    Families are encouraged to attend an Information Session and visit the school with their child before submitting an application.

    Information Sessions are offered online during the admissions season.

  4. How do I schedule a school visit?

    After attending an Information Session, families will receive information about scheduling a single-family, self-guided school visit.

    School visits are scheduled for families who are applying for an eligible school year. We ask families to bring their child to the visit.

  5. I cannot visit the school until February, how will that affect my chances of getting in?

    No. Applications are reviewed together after the admissions period has ended.
    The timing of your school visit within the admissions period does not determine when your application is reviewed.

  6. How long is the school visit and what should I expect?

    School visits are approximately 30 minutes and are self-guided observational visits.
    Families are invited to observe the classroom and school environment, and children are welcome to participate in activities during the visit.

    If you have questions during or after your visit, please contact the office at (415) 431-3535 or admin@bdfs.org.

  7. My child is younger than 24 months. Can we visit the school?

    We appreciate your interest in Buen Día Family School. Our 2027–2028 admissions process is for children who will be at least 24 months old by September 1, 2027.

    Families whose children are younger than the age requirement are welcome to learn more about our program and may attend an Information Session. School visits are scheduled for families applying for an eligible school year.

  8. What is the difference between the Toddler and Preschool programs?

    Beginning with the 2027–2028 school year, Buen Día will offer both a Toddler Program and Preschool Program.

    The Toddler Program is designed for children entering at approximately 24 months of age, while the Preschool Program serves our older preschool-age children.

    Both programs offer a Spanish bilingual, play-based environment with opportunities for children to build relationships, develop independence, and learn through exploration and social interaction.

  9. What are the tuition costs and other fees?

    2027–2028 Tuition

    Preschool Program
    • Full Time, 7:45 AM–6:00 PM
    • School Day, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM

    Toddler Program
    • Full Time, 7:45 AM–6:00 PM
    • School Day, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM

    Tuition may be paid in one annual payment or in 10 equal monthly payments, beginning in August and ending in May.

    School Day families may arrange care before 9:00 AM or after 3:00 PM, depending on availability. Extended care is $20 per hour.

    Additional enrollment fees and deposits will be outlined in the Parent Contract.

  10. Does Buen Día offer tuition assistance?

    Yes. Buen Día Family School offers tuition assistance and is a partner with the San Francisco Department of Early Childhood (DEC) through the Early Learning for All (ELFA) program.

    Families interested in tuition assistance should indicate this on their enrollment application. Families will receive information about the tuition assistance process and required documentation.

    Eligibility and the amount of assistance available are determined according to applicable program requirements and available funding.

  11. When will I hear back about my application?

    Applications are reviewed after the February 28, 2027 application deadline.

    For the first round of admissions:
    • Acceptance letters mailed: March 1, 2027
    • Acceptance emails sent: March 2, 2027
    • Acceptance deadline: March 8, 2027

    Additional offers may be made later if spaces become available.

  12. What happens if my child is not offered a space?

    Applications that are not offered a space may remain in our wait pool and may be considered if a space becomes available.

    Remaining in the wait pool does not guarantee that a space will become available.

    Families may also apply again for a future school year when their child meets the applicable age requirements.

  13. What if I have additional questions about enrollment?

    We are happy to help.

    Buen Día Family School
    Phone: (415) 431-3535
    Email: admin@bdfs.org

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