We are TelHi Co-op
Telegraph Hill Cooperative Nursery School (TelHi Coop)
Serving SF Families Since 1954 | Located at Broadway & Larkin.
TelHi Co-op is a parent participation preschool to TK/Pre-K for children ages two to five years old.
FIND YOUR VILLAGE
At TelHi Co-op, you aren’t just enrolling your child in preschool—you are finding your community. Raising children takes a village, and our co-op model helps parents build deep, lasting connections. Here, you will share experiences, navigate the parenting journey alongside peers, and establish lifelong friendships and a network of mutual help that extends far beyond the preschool years.
We have limited openings for the current 2026-27 school year and are accepting rolling applications for for this year, as well as, applications for 2027-28 placements or waitlist.
PROGRAM OFFERINGS
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Ages: 2 to 5 years old (Preschool to TK/Pre-K).
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Flexible Schedules: Full-school day program (NEW 2026-27 school year) and half-day program.
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Summer and Holiday Camps (Limited availability)
WHY CHOOSE TELHI CO-OP?
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Award-Winning: Recognized by SF City Hall for excellence in programming, teachers and community outreach.
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Community Trusted: Proudly maintaining 5-star reviews across Yelp, Google, Facebook and Winnie.
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Ready to join our community? First step schedule a tour or already toured or visited our open house? Apply now.
OUR MISSION
TelHi Co-op strives to develop creative kids with the skills to succeed in kindergarten and beyond. We emphasize projects that encourage problem solving to foster the child's intellect, and activities that assist the child's optimal sensory and physical development during this time of rapid brain growth. We create a nurturing and fun environment for children to gain self-confidence and respect for others through play. We educate parents on child development and demonstrate positive and respectful techniques for working with children.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
TelHi Co-op offers children the freedom to choose the activity that meets their developmental needs and interests. We believe that play is the key to a child's social, physical, emotional and intellectual development. Our child-centered and nurturing atmosphere creates a positive first school experience to help children develop to the best of their abilities.
How Can You Support Us
Support our small, non-profit preschool in keeping our programs affordable while fostering a strong neighborhood community. We rely on volunteers for maintenance and you to contribute through direct donations or community fundraising. All donations are tax-deductible (Tax ID 94-6024531) and can be made via PayPal, Zelle, or GiveButter (a non-profit payment processor). Check with your employer for corporate matching opportunities or contact us at fundraising@@telhicoop.org for assistance.
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TELHI CO-OP INVITES YOU TO
Come & Explore
OPEN HOUSE
SEPT 26: 10AM–1PM
Saturday, Sept. 26 from 10 AM-1PM. This will be an open house for prospective families and their children, where they can experience our play-based classroom, meet Teacher Director Cristina Barroso, and learn about joining our cooperative preschool.
Helen Wills Clubhouse/Playground
1401 Broadway @ Larkin
TELHI CO-OP HOSTS
SWING INTO STORIES
EVERY THIRD TUESDAY
SFPL BOOKMOBILE
Come & Explore TelHi Co-op” event on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 10-12. This will be an open house for prospective families and their children, where they can experience our play-based classroom, meet Teacher Director Cristina Barroso, and learn about joining our cooperative preschool.
Helen Wills Clubhouse/Playground
1401 Broadway @ Larkin • 9:30-11am
TelHi Co-op does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, special needs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression in administration of its employment policies, educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and/or other school administered programs.