When you have a family, you need to live somewhere that offers them everything they need to have a great start in life – and have fun too!
Here’s why San Carlos is such a family favorite:
Great schools: The area has a good selection of very well-regarded schools, including Brittan Acres Elementary, Central Middle School and Tierra Linda Middle School – all of which are California Distinguished Schools. For older children, the area is served by nearby Carlmont High School in Belmont and Sequoia High School in Redwood City, both of which offer exceptional programs.
Parks: Burton Park is a local favorite for all ages, with areas catering to toddlers and older children, picnic areas, basketball courts and a softball field. There are also wonderful preserve areas nearby with extensive hiking and nature trails, like the dog-friendly Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve.
Festivals: Each year in May there is a weekend-long festival held in Burton Park with bands, a parade, fun run, food stalls, a zip line, a climbing wall and much more – as well as a beer and wine garden for parents.
Blockbusters: You and your family can also catch the latest blockbuster at the nearby Century 20 multiplex in Downtown Redwood City. It’s got plenty of parking, several screens, comfortable seating and an extensive concessions area.
Activities: The area is also ideal for doing something a little different. For a change of scenery, try out the Rockin’ Jump Trampoline Park on Quarry Road, explore past and future aircraft at the Hiller Aviation Museum on Skyway Road, get your adrenaline fix at Laser Quest on Industrial Road, or tap into your creative side at Broadway Babies and Kids on Laurel Street.
As you can see, San Carlos is a place with a small-town feel that makes for a close community, but all the amenities of a forward-thinking city – so it’s no surprise that families love to live here.