After Measure DD passes in November 2022, the Preschool for All program will begin by July 1, 2024.
Before the program launches, the City will perform a comprehensive needs assessment—with extensive public input—and review applications from all centers and providers who wish to participate. The City will have total discretion to monitor and set its own standards, even above and beyond the standards set by the State of California. The City also has the power to conduct trainings and make visitations to ensure consistent quality across the program.
Parents and guardians are free to choose the participating centers or providers that work best for their children.
In order to give working families as many choices as possible, Measure DD funds a “mixed delivery system”—meaning the Preschool for All program includes public and non-profit providers, both small and large. All current centers and providers—such as Siebecker (Parks & Recreation), parent co-ops, and family day cares—are encouraged but not obligated to participate.
South San Francisco will take the time to do Preschool for All the right way, so no child will be left out or left behind.