Preschool Tuition in Saratoga, CA

2026–27 monthly tuition · Full day, 8:00 AM–5:30 PM · Lunch and snacks included

Preschoolers in sun hats tending the vegetable garden at Saratoga French Cultural Preschool

Full-Day Preschool Hours and School Year

Our Preschool, Transitional Kindergarten, and French Kindergarten programs are designed to support working families with a full-day, nurturing, and structured learning environment.

School Hours

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

School Year Program

The 2026–27 school year runs from Monday, August 24, 2026 to Friday, June 18, 2027.

Summer Extension

Optional summer camp available, with the possibility to extend enrollment until August.

What's Included Every Month

Lunch and after-school care are part of tuition. There is no late fee and no separate aftercare bill.

 

Healthy Morning Snack

Nutritionally balanced snacks to fuel morning learning

Lunch with Dessert

Complete nutritious meals with a sweet treat

Afternoon Snack

Refreshing snacks for afternoon energy

Extended Childcare

Care provided until 5:30 PM daily

Why Choose Us

Why Families Choose SFC

A nurturing, hands-on French immersion preschool focused on confidence, curiosity, and whole-child development.

French Immersion Environment

Children naturally develop bilingual communication skills from an early age.

Nature-Oriented Learning

Hands-on exploration, outdoor play, and creativity are part of everyday learning.

Experienced & Caring Educators

Small classes with three teachers per classroom ensure personal attention.

Child-Centered Curriculum

Waldorf-inspired learning that builds confidence, curiosity, and independence.

Full-Day Program for Families

Consistent hours with meals and childcare included until 5:30 PM.

Children sorting leaves and bark with a magnifying glass at an outdoor table

2026–27 Monthly Tuition

How much does preschool cost at SFC?

For 2026–27, tuition is $2,165 a month for three days a week and $2,570 a month for five days, with meals and childcare until 5:30 PM included.

2026–2027 School Year

3 days a week: $2,165 a month
5 days a week: $2,570 a month

Tuition Questions Parents Ask

Yes. For 2026–27 it is $2,165 a month for three days a week and $2,570 a month for five days.

Yes. Every day includes a morning snack, lunch with dessert and an afternoon snack.

No. Childcare to 5:30 PM is part of tuition, not an extra.

It isn't a tax deduction, but under IRS rules preschool for children below kindergarten counts as child care. Many families pay through an employer Dependent Care FSA or claim the Child and Dependent Care Credit. Check with your tax adviser.

Most families don't. Children arrive with no French and pick it up through songs, stories and the ordinary business of the day.

See the School Before You Decide

Tuition is one part of the decision. The best way to judge the rest is to visit.