Happy Campers Preschool

Happy Campers Preschool is a daycare in San Carlos, CA, offering preschool and childcare services for children from infants to age six. The center specializes in kindergarten readiness, early education, and providing a safe, nurturing environment where children thrive through play-based learning. Serving families in San Carlos and Belmont, the program emphasizes whole-child development through hands-on activities, social engagement, and emotional growth. With a 4.40 rating and positive reviews from local families, it is recognized as a top-rated provider in the area.

Founded in 1996 by Audra Tsivikas and her parents, the preschool is family-owned and led by Audra, who holds a master’s degree in Early Childhood Education: Administration, Management, and Leadership. She oversees a team of dedicated educators committed to fostering curiosity, confidence, and community. The center’s curriculum aligns with California’s Early Learning State Standards and emphasizes discovery through play, both indoors and outdoors. Children enjoy access to a large playground with a splash pad, an obstacle course gym, and open-concept classrooms designed to inspire exploration and safety.

Located at 1776 Laurel Street, the preschool sits just a short walk from Wellesley Park and Lincoln School, with El Camino Real and Cordilleras Creek nearby. The site is within a quarter mile of Historic El Camino Real and Whipple Avenue, offering easy access from surrounding neighborhoods.

The center has earned recognition as “The Best of the Peninsula” in the Peninsula News’ Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 and is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), reflecting its commitment to high standards in early education.

Happy Campers Preschool stands out in San Carlos as a trusted, family-centered learning community where children grow with care, confidence, and joy.