Innovattive Learning Free and Open to All Community Driven Student Centered
San Francisco’s public charter schools offer families meaningful choice within the public school system. Each charter school is unique, but all are free, open to all, and rooted in strong relationships—with students, families, and communities. With creative approaches to teaching, caring and responsive educators, and a deep focus on each child’s growth, charter schools provide welcoming environments where students are seen, supported, and inspired to learn.
Who are we & What Sets Us Apart?
Charter schools in San Francisco are free, public schools that operate independently from the district, offering families meaningful choices within the public system. Each school is unique, yet all are open to all and rooted in strong relationships—with students, families, and communities. With creative approaches to teaching, caring educators, and a deep focus on each child’s growth, charter schools provide welcoming environments where students are seen, supported, and inspired to learn.
Who are we & What Sets Us Apart?
Why choose charters ?
San Francisco thrives on new ideas, and our charter classrooms reflect that spirit. Students dive into hands-on projects, explore technology and the arts, and learn to approach challenges with the creativity this city is known for.
Innovative, Inspired Learning
In a city full of bold thinkers and diverse perspectives, every child’s voice matters. Charter schools nurture curiosity and celebrate individual strengths so students gain the confidence to share their ideas and lead with purpose.
Community, Curiosity, and Confidence
From Bayview–Hunters Point to the Presidio, San Francisco is a city of big ideas and constant change. Charter schools help students build resilience, teamwork, and problem-solving skills—preparing them for college, careers, and the diverse communities
they’ll shape next.
Beyond the Classroom
Our Mission
We envision a city where every student and family has the opportunity to thrive and
San Francisco's public charter schools are powerful partners in creating an innovative and equitable public education system for all.
Our Collective Mission
We envision a city where every student and family has the opportunity to thrive and San Francisco's public charter schools are powerful partners in creating an innovative and equitable public education system for all.
Every Neighborhood. Every Learner.
Navigate the map to find a charter school near you—and see what makes each one unique.