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Cantiague Summer Rec 2026

Cantiague Park, 480 W John St, Hicksville, NY 11801 · $200/week · ★ 4.4 (1796 reviews)

Cantiague Summer Recreation Program offers a traditional day camp experience for children aged 5-12 at Cantiague Park in Hicksville, NY, run by Nassau County...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads as the official Nassau County Parks Summer Recreation Program page, which includes details for the Cantiague program. The program is a day camp for children aged 5-12, offering activities like arts and crafts, sports, and games. It is operated by Nassau County Parks, indicating a municipal ownership structure. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the website, nor is it listed in the ACA directory. The website does not provide specific staff-to-camper ratios or details about staff background checks. Google reviews for 'Cantiague Park' generally show a 4.5-star rating from over 2,000 reviews, with many positive comments about the park's facilities, including the pool and ice rink, which are likely utilized by the camp. However, specific reviews for the summer recreation program itself are not readily available within these general park reviews. The Nassau County Parks Facebook page is 'NassauCountyParks'.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Cantiague 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: 480 W John St, Hicksville, NY 11801
  • Phone: (516) 571-7058
  • Cost notes: USD. Nassau County Parks & Recreation.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Cantiague Summer Rec 2026

What ages does Cantiague Summer Rec 2026 accept?
Cantiague 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 Cantiague Summer Rec 2026 cost?
Cantiague 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 Cantiague Summer Rec 2026's hours?
Cantiague 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 Cantiague Summer Rec 2026?
Cantiague 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 Cantiague Summer Rec 2026 provide lunch?
Cantiague 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 Cantiague Summer Rec 2026 compare to other traditional day camp camps in Hicksville?
Cantiague Summer Rec 2026 is one of 5 traditional day camp camps in Hicksville 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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