Oak Crest has become our family’s summer staple
Since moving to the U.S. in 2022, we’ve taken our boys to Oak Crest every summer—and each year they can’t wait to go back. The camp delivers a full day that balances sports, water activities, creativity, and learning. Our kids come home tired, happy, and with a few new skills and stories.
What stands out:
Staff who are present and engaged. They’re committed to helping kids have fun, try new things, and feel comfortable.
Facilities built for variety. Well‑maintained installations and plenty of outdoor spaces mean no two days look the same.
Play with purpose. Teamwork, confidence, and curiosity show up naturally in the way activities are run.
Oak Crest isn’t flashy; it’s consistently good. It’s the place our boys look forward to, and the camp we trust to make summer count.
Below is review written by an oak crest camper herself :
Hi to whoever is reading this, I feel like everyone at oak crest. I think this because 1. it is 99.9% chance that who ever goes to oak crest will make at least 10 or more new friends. Next, oak crest has so any activities to do no matter how old you are. For example, their are pools for everybody to use and the slides are so fun. Another reason is that there are events your division does and the last week they add up your points and if you win you win the cup and the staff from your division gets soaked!! There is this event the 7th week of camp and its called color war. This means that your group will get a color and you do make up a group chant and its basically so fun! Anyways to wrap it all up if your still reading this, Oak Crest is the best place on earth and everybody will 99.9% learn something new. Side note the staff at Oak Crest are so nice and make everyone feel welcome even if it's their first year! I hope you join Oak Crest aka the best place on Earth. -Oak Crest Camper
Reply from Oak Crest Day Camp
2023.12.19
WOW! Thank you very much
Vigya Singh . Your kind words and satisfaction mean everything to us. Sincerely grateful for the positive rating and recommendation.
Vigya Singh . Your kind words and satisfaction mean everything to us. Sincerely grateful for the positive rating and recommendation.
My son enjoyed this first summer at Oak Crest. He was excited to go every day & he never wanted us to pick him up early. He is looking forward to return this summer!
Reply from Oak Crest Day Camp
2026.01.22
Your rave review is deeply appreciated, John McCune! We're thrilled to have people like you sharing their experiences.
Oak Crest Day Camp is absolutely amazing. My kids love it, and this coming summer will be their 6th year attending — that alone says everything. The staff is incredibly friendly, caring, and professional, and they truly make us feel comfortable knowing our kids are safe and well taken care of every day.
Our kids come home excited, nonstop talking about their day and all the fun activities they did. It’s clear how much thought and effort the camp puts into making each day engaging and memorable. We genuinely love Oak Crest Day Camp and highly recommend it to any family looking for an outstanding summer camp experience.
Reply from Oak Crest Day Camp
2026.01.22
We're over the moon with your kind words, Yerry! Thank you for placing your trust in us and sharing your experience.
We've now been at Oak Crest 2 years, my daugther absolutely loves the camp and couldn't dream of going anywhere. She's already counting the days until she returns. Everybody is personable friendly and really looks to create a safe enviorment and a truly amazing experience.
Reply from Oak Crest Day Camp
2025.11.01
Thanks for the fantastic feedback, Daniel Jacobs! Your satisfaction is extremely important to us.
An exceptional summer camp we truly trust!
My son Miroslav has been attending this summer day camp for four consecutive summers, and that alone probably says more than any words. Year after year, he is genuinely excited to go back — and as a parent, that feeling of trust and confidence is priceless.
This camp offers the perfect balance of fun, structure, creativity, and care. The counselors are not just attentive, but truly engaged — they know the kids, respect them, and make every child feel seen and valued. Miroslav came home every day with stories, new skills, new friends, and a big smile.
What I appreciate most is the atmosphere: safe, warm, inclusive, and inspiring. It’s not just childcare — it’s a place where kids grow, gain confidence, and build memories that stay with them.
After four summers, we can honestly say this camp has become part of our family’s summer tradition. I recommend it wholeheartedly to any parent looking for a camp where their child will be happy, supported, and excited to return.
Thank you for making every summer special 💛
Oak Crest Day Camp is, without a doubt, one of the most exceptional summer camps we have ever experienced. From the moment we learned about the program, it was clear that this camp offers far more than just summer activities—it provides a truly enriching and unforgettable experience for kids.
The plethora of activities and exciting field trips keeps campers engaged, active, and constantly learning something new. There is never a dull moment, and every day feels thoughtfully planned to balance fun, creativity, and personal growth.
One standout feature is the amazing buffet-style lunch, which is both nutritious and kid-approved—a huge plus for parents. The food quality and variety are impressive and clearly well thought out.
The summer camp counselors deserve special recognition. They are professional, caring, energetic, and genuinely invested in each child’s well-being. The campers are remembered throughout the year with personalized birthday cards from their counselors. They create a safe, inclusive environment that helps children build character, confidence, independence, and strong social skills—qualities that last far beyond the summer.
The door-to-door bus service is another major advantage, making logistics incredibly convenient and stress-free for families.
What truly says it all is this: my daughter Trisha loves this camp so much that she wants to fly all the way from Texas to New Jersey just to attend. That alone speaks volumes about how special Oak Crest Day Camp truly is.
If you’re looking for a summer camp that combines fun, structure, personal development, and outstanding care, I cannot recommend Oak Crest Day Camp highly enough. It sets the gold standard for what a summer camp should be.
I have sent my son to Oak Crest Day Camp for the past 3 years (K-2nd grade) and have been very happy with the experience. The camp is primarily outdoors and facilitates physical activity, peer social interactions, problem-solving, confidence-building, and independence. The camp provides daily swim lessons (as well as free-swim) which is so important for safety in kids. The counselors are fantastic and have high engagement with the kids (they aren't allowed on phones for example during the camp day). Communication with camp staff is excellent, clear, and frequent. I really can't say enough good things about this camp. Highly recommend.
We highly recommend Oak Crest! Our oldest daughter has been attending for the last two years and we’ve had a wonderful experience so far. The staff is caring, supportive, and truly invested in the children’s growth and well-being.
The environment feels safe, welcoming, and well organized, and we’ve always felt great about the communication and the attention our daughter receives. She has learned so much and genuinely enjoys going every summer!
Outdoor fun - check! Caring councilors - check! Everything you could want in a summer camp - check! My daughter loved Oak Crest and I loved watching her grow over the summer in her exposure to different games and activities. Her confidence also grew as the councilors provided a nurturing environment for her to try and try again. We're so excited to go back this summer!
My children have spent their summer at Oak Crest the past 2 years and are looking forward to going back this summer as well! It's such an amazing experience for them, with a wide variety of activities to keep them busy all day long. They enjoyed having a "choice" period to explore what interests them most. The swim lessons in the morning and free swim in the afternoon are invaluable, both my daughters learned to swim within the first weeks! We loved family visiting day and Showcrest, and most of all we loved how happy our kids came home everyday! Thank you Oakcrest!!!!