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High-Quality
Care
Since 1996
Family-Owned, Top-Rated & Part Of Your Community

Preschool & Childcare Center Serving San Carlos & Belmont, CA

Come & Be Part Of A Family Legacy

Welcome, Happy Campers! I’m Audra Tsivikas. I co-founded Happy Campers Preschool with my parents in 1996. Since they retired, I’ve been proud to continue the family tradition, and I’m delighted to invite you to join our community.

Growing up in this environment, I’ve always had a passion for early education, and I’ve worked in preschool and childcare settings since high school. Now, with a master’s degree in Early Childhood Education: Administration, Management, and Leadership, I’m delighted to lead a team of educators who share my passion for supporting your child and your whole family on this journey.
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Our Mission

To provide the highest quality child care and education, promoting and enhancing each child’s development while giving parents peace of mind.

Our Vision

To create a place where children feel safe, loved, and confident to explore, where all families feel at home, a sense of community, and support.

Our Promises

  • We foster innovation.
  • We embrace teamwork.
  • We strive for excellence.
  • We respect and support families.
  • We commit to service at all levels.
  • We respect and appreciate diversity.
  • We actively listen and seek to understand.
  • We communicate openly and productively.
  • We use resources creatively and responsibly.
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Nurturing Teachers Who Love What They Do

From our teaching assistants to long-term, experienced teachers — some of whom have been with us for 20 years — every member of the team shares the same passion: nurturing and supporting your child. Our teachers and directors work together to create an empowering environment for kids, families, and each other.
Best of the Peninsula 2025" award badge for Readers' Choice.

We’re Members of NAEYC & Winners of The Best of the Peninsula 2025!

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Full Family Involvement In An Inclusive Community

We invite you to feel comfortable, to ask questions, and to get involved. We’d be delighted to have you sign up to be a Mystery Reader, present an activity, or join us in community activities, including the annual Hometown Days Parade, and collecting food for Second Harvest.
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Come & Join Our Happy Campers!

How Old Is Your Child?

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Infants

3 - 24 Months
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Preschool

2 - 4 Years
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Pre-K

4 - 5 Years
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After Pre-K
Kinder Care

6 Years​