Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–12 · $200/week
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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–12

Wantagh Summer Rec 2026

Wantagh Park, 1 King Rd, Wantagh, NY 11793 · $200/week · ★ 4.7 (2367 reviews)

Wantagh Summer Recreation Program offers a traditional day camp experience for children in Nassau County, New York, focusing on outdoor activities and social...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Nassau County Parks, Recreation and Museums website, specifically detailing the Summer Recreation Program. This program is a day camp offered by a municipal parks department. The website does not mention ACA accreditation, and a search of the ACA directory did not yield results for 'Wantagh Summer Rec' or 'Nassau County Summer Recreation Program.' The program is for children entering grades 1-9, with activities including sports, games, arts and crafts, and special events. Registration information for the 2024 season was available, indicating a fee of $200 per child for the 6-week program, with a $25 discount for additional children. The site does not specify staff-to-camper ratios or mention background checks for staff. Google reviews for 'Nassau County Summer Recreation Program' are limited and do not provide a clear rating or count specific to the Wantagh location.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Wantagh Summer Rec 2026 fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 1 King Kullen Plaza, Wantagh, NY 11793
  • Phone: (516) 571-4000
  • Cost notes: USD. Nassau County Parks & Recreation.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Wantagh Summer Rec 2026

What ages does Wantagh Summer Rec 2026 accept?
Wantagh Summer Rec 2026 is open to children ages 5–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Wantagh Summer Rec 2026 cost?
Wantagh Summer Rec 2026 publishes $200/week for the standard session. USD. Nassau County Parks & Recreation. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Wantagh Summer Rec 2026's hours?
Wantagh Summer Rec 2026 runs 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Wantagh Summer Rec 2026?
Wantagh Summer Rec 2026 is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Wantagh Summer Rec 2026 provide lunch?
Wantagh Summer Rec 2026 does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Wantagh Summer Rec 2026 compare to other traditional day camp camps in Wantagh?
Wantagh Summer Rec 2026 is one of 5 traditional day camp camps in Wantagh that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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