Top 10 Questions to Ask When Touring a Daycare

Choosing the Right Fit for Your Child in San Francisco Finding the right daycare is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a parent. Whether you’re returning to work, looking to socialize your toddler, or seeking a nurturing environment for early learning, touring a daycare is your chance to gather the insights you […]

What Makes Reggio Emilia-Inspired Daycare Special?

Why More San Francisco Families Are Choosing Child-Led, Creative Learning As you explore daycare options for your child in San Francisco, you may come across programs described as “Reggio Emilia-inspired.” But what does that really mean — and how does it impact your child’s experience? At its heart, the Reggio Emilia approach is not just […]

How to Model Kindness and Empathy

Teaching Children the Heart of Connection at Meaningful Beginnings Daycare Kindness and empathy are foundational qualities that help children build meaningful relationships, resolve conflicts, and grow into compassionate adults. At Meaningful Beginnings Daycare in San Francisco, we believe the best way to teach these skills is by modeling them every day — because children learn […]

The Role of Community in Raising Children

Why It Truly Takes a Village – Especially in San Francisco In today’s fast-paced world, parenting can often feel like a solitary journey — but it was never meant to be that way. Raising children is a collective effort, and a strong, supportive community can make all the difference in a child’s growth, well-being, and […]

Emily Pham

Infant Teacher

My name is Emily and I am an infant teacher. My aim with this position is to learn how children develop as unique individuals and learn how to support their holistic growth. I am currently a student at San Francisco
State University majoring in Child and Adolescent Development. With this experience, I am hoping to get a sense on whether I want to continue to work in the classroom or if I want to learn the administrative side of education. The experience of working directly with children is gratifying and I wish to create a safe space for children to explore with all of their senses as they develop their own personalities. I hope to be able to help build a strong foundation so that the children can have the confidence and ability to express themselves.