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Happy Campers At Carlmont, LLC

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

1400 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Belmont, CA 94002

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
3
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
1/9/2025
Total visits
4

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Happy Campers At Carlmont is a family-owned preschool and daycare center serving San Carlos and Belmont, CA since 1996. The center uses a play-based, whole-child approach with indoor and outdoor play spaces, and has been recognized as "Best of the Peninsula" in 2025.

Philosophy
A play-based, whole-child approach that sparks a love of discovery through active discovery, playful games, and hands-on activities. Loving educators create a nurturing, inspiring environment and meet each child where they are to support their growth and development academically, socially, and emotionally.
Ages served
Infants (3-24 months), Preschool (2-4 years), Pre-K (4-5 years), After Pre-K/Kinder Care (6 years)
Outdoor
Huge playground designed for age groups with a splash pad for summer; gross motor skills gym with obstacle courses, games, and balls indoors

Programs

  • •Infants
  • •Preschool
  • •Pre-K
  • •After Pre-K/Kinder Care

Highlights

  • ✓Award-winning: voted "Best of the Peninsula" 2025 by Readers' Choice Awards
  • ✓NAEYC member
  • ✓Family-owned since 1996 with founder Audra on-hand for support
  • ✓Brand-new, sparkling clean facilities with safety measures including access controls, secure fences, and CPR-certified staff

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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