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Why choose Happy Campers?

Parents should consider choosing Happy Campers for several compelling reasons:

 

1. PROVEN TRACK RECORD: With nearly 30 years of experience, our preschool provides quality education and nurturing care through trusted, effective programs.

 

2. HIGH-QUALITY CURRICULUM: Our curriculum promotes a love for learning and essential skills, offering a proven educational foundation for your child's growth, unlike newer schools that focus on innovation.

 

3. PERSONALIZED DIGITAL ENGAGEMENT: We recognize the need to keep you connected to your child's daily activities. Our digital platform provides real-time updates for your active involvement in their learning journey.

 

4. EXPERIENCED DEDICATED STAFF: Our experienced educators provide a stable, nurturing environment for your child's development, unlike newer schools with less experienced staff.

 

5. ENRICHING EXTRACURRICULARS: We provide extracurricular activities that enhance social skills, creativity, and physical development, allowing your child to explore and grow beyond the classroom.

 

6. SAFETY AND SECURITY: Your child's safety is our priority, with a secure campus that ensures a worry-free environment for learning and play.

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7.  TRUE EDUCATIONAL PHILOSPHY:  We go beyond buzzwords. Our educational approach is rooted in genuine principles that ensure a holistic development suited to each child's unique needs. 

 

In summary, choosing Happy Campers Preschool means providing your child with a rich learning environment that nurtures their development and prepares them for future success—both academically and socially.

What resources are available for families through Happy Campers?

Happy Campers provides a variety of resources to assist families in fostering children's growth, engaging in their education, and managing work/life balance. As a current family member, you will have access to a private Facebook page where Happy Campers staffers share reminders, parenting tips, community events, opportunities to gather with other Happy Campers families, and so much more!

What are the safety and security policies of Happy Campers?

As caretakers of your children, their safety and protection are our top priorities while they are with us. Happy Campers implements a range of security protocols and procedures to safeguard against any potential threats to the well-being of both children and staff, and we conduct regular safety drills. We strive to create a secure environment and ensure that our teachers and staff are thoroughly trained to protect children in emergencies.

Could you share additional information about Happy Campers?

Happy Campers Preschool launched its first center in 1996 after successfully operating an in-home family childcare business. Our vision was always to expand and establish a dedicated center. On our inaugural day, we welcomed one child, and soon after, more children joined us, making this journey incredibly fulfilling. In 2014, we opened the Happy Campers Infant Toddler Center, and in 2017, we partnered with SUHSD to establish Happy Campers at Carlmont. Over the years, Happy Campers has received multiple BEST PRESCHOOL🤩 awards, a testament to our success, which we attribute to our outstanding staff and the unwavering commitment of our owner/executive director, Audra Tsivikas. There’s no better way to spend our days than surrounded by children.

Can children with special needs enroll at Happy Campers?

Yes, Happy Campers programs serve children with special needs. We are committed to inclusive programs that address the diverse needs of children while emphasizing individual strengths. Teachers undergo extra training to enhance their skills. Happy Campers promotes a collaborative approach, where teachers, directors, specialists, and parents work together to create and implement plans for each child.

What are the attributes and credentials of the teaching and caregiving staff?

Happy Campers is dedicated to recruiting and hiring top-quality teachers. Our staff members are not only educators but also nurturers who promote learning through exploration and collaboration with parents. They are trained to provide the highest standard of care. Each candidate goes through a comprehensive screening process, which includes an FBI/DOJ background check with fingerprinting and immunization verification. All teachers are required to meet state educational licensing standards as well as additional center-specific requirements.

How is Happy Campers prioritizing the health and safety of children, families, and staff at our centers?

At all our centers, we prioritize rigorous health and safety practices as the foundation of our child care. These practices include:
 

  • A daily health check policy aimed at reducing illness transmission.

 

  • Regular cleaning and disinfecting of frequently touched surfaces and toys, along with laundering soft items.

 

  • Ongoing maintenance of the center, equipment, and supplies, with timely updates and replacements.

 

  • Secure entrances at all locations.

 

  • Strict handwashing and sanitation protocols to prevent illness spread.

 

  • A curriculum that promotes healthy habits for children.

 

  • Daily sign-in and sign-out requirements for families.


Our stringent safety and security measures are in place to protect both our families and staff.

What educational objectives does Happy Campers aim to achieve?

This is a key question when looking for the ideal childcare partner. For over 28 years, we've been a company guided by our H.A.P.P.Y. Principles and our unwavering belief in putting children first.
 
🤩Happy
​🙏🏼Appreciative
🌈Positive
🙈Playful
🥳Yay!

At Happy Campers, we understand that childhood is a treasured stage. We are committed to creating environments and experiences that celebrate the joys of childhood, support each child's unique growth and development, and lay the foundation for future success in school and life.

 

We commit to:

 

  • Nurturing and caring for each child's overall development

  • Designing an integrated curriculum grounded in expert research

  • Supporting and developing every teacher

  • Adopting an emergent, inquiry-based learning approach

  • Fostering curiosity and creativity through projects, exploration, and play

  • Encouraging children to be confident experimenters and problem solvers

  • Building an inclusive and respectful community

  • Creating joyful spaces for childhood experiences

Are all staff trained in CPR and First Aid and Mandated Reporter Training?

The team at Happy Campers Center is certified in Adult and Pediatric CPR and First Aid. Upon hiring, each employee must undergo 16 hours of training during a two-day orientation, observing different age groups and completing online training courses. Teachers must either successfully finish CPR and First Aid Training or hold a valid, non-expired certificate. Current staff must renew their CPR and First Aid Training every two years, as mandated by the State, which also requires all staff to complete Mandated Reporter Training. Since childcare providers and preschool teachers are obligated to report any signs of child abuse, all staff must receive this training biennially.  Training is paid for by Happy Campers and takes place during one of the Teacher-In-Service Training Days.

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