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Meet San Francisco’s Department of Early Childhood.

We partner with all of the adults who care for young children, so that together we can create healthier, happier, and more imaginative childhoods. And that makes the city a better place to live for us all.

Putting the pieces together so children can soar.

In 2023, DEC made San Francisco an even better place for families.

A mother and a her preschool aged son

Parents, we're here for you.

Parenting can be hard, which is why we put parents at the center of what we do. DEC is the City department solely dedicated to our youngest children. We work to support San Francisco families by funding family services and early childhood programs. DEC is here to make it easier to raise young children in San Francisco.

RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES

Growing together in early childhood.

Early childhood educators and partners help children grow, learn, and thrive. They make our city stronger. We work together to give children and families amazing resources in our city.

Educator reading a book to a toddler aged boy

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