Eagle's Landing Day Camp — Attraction in South Brunswick

My son is 6 years old has been going to this camp for the past two Summers, he had a wonderful time during the first year when he was 4, He went in from 9am-4pm every day. We had also referred a few of his friends to join and thinking this is a good day camp for kids. Then the second year, we also signed him up for a few years due to our family was in the processing of house selling and buying process, our time was very unstable when sending him to camp, it was overall a very unpleasant experience compared to the first year when we didnt have to deal with the moving madness. But that's life!!! We finally had a closing date on our new home in December around Christmas time when everyone was away for vacation, and we needed to put him on a daycare so we could attend closing on our new home, coincidently I received email from Eagle 's Landing about their Winter camp, so I got a spot for him for 3 days during the Winter camp week. We were staying at a relatives house while waiting for our new home, lots of inconveniences and I didn't want to go into details. The Winter camp started on Monday but I started him on a Wednesday at 10:30am as supposed to 9am start time, so we could attend our closing on that day, the first day seemed ok, but the next day we dropped him off again so we could clean up the new house and get ready for the big move, when I picked him up by the end of the day, everyone looked at him like he was a monster or something, the admin/counselors name Brian told me that my son was hitting a 8 year old boy at the camp and they suggested us not to send my son back the next day and offered to return the extra day fees back to us without helping the parent to understand what the problem is and offered solution. My son started attend daycare/preschool since he was 2, and I never heard of any complaints about him hitting/fighting with his school friends from the teachers besides telling me he is a bright and happy boy. He always gets along with everyone and even their own Eagle Landing summer camp counselors have been telling me he is very sociable and a happy boy. For what the Winter staff told me about my boy's behavior after spending just 1 day there, it's totally new to me.

We were very upset about their decision, I found this place so discriminated, inexperienced and unprofessional, they hired some inexperienced and rude counselors for the Winter camp and didn't know how to handle and manage kids's behavior and social skills then throw the ball back to the parents instead of helping the kids and parents out and work out the problem. It was totally a very disappointed and unpleasant experience but then of course that is the difference when you pay $3000 for the Summer camp versus $300 for the one week Winter camp and I am sure they will never send your kids back home and return the $3000 cost to you when your kids don't get along with others. Oh “they have a great time” that’s what we hear during the whole Summer. We are not gong to recommend this camp to anyone of the parents and thinking its necessary to share this unpleasant experience with other parents as well.

In response to the owner's comments:

My son was not welcome, asked not to come back after spending just 1 day there, I don't see why you can't refunds. If that's the case, a complaint would 've been filed with the consumer affair already. The owner Barry was there and witnessed the whole thing, but no one offered us a discussion besides telling my son not to come back. I 'm glad we parted this way and learned about your business ethics, instead of spending more money putting him back to your Summer camp, tells me he has a great time there during Summer but being so disrespectful only in the "Winter," and how my son was being treated so unfairly. Btw the counselor I always praised was a female name Heather not the...

There are not enough stars for me to give for this camp. I have three children ranging in age from 19-3, and all of them have attended ELDC (and the prior iteration at ERDC in Monroe where my oldest spent many years). First, let me start at the top. The leadership is unrivaled. Barry and Ruth Ann are the most professional, dedicated camp owners committed to excellence. From making sure every child is meticulously grouped, to keeping every blade of grass perfect, no detail is left to chance. They hire the best - the office staff is wonderful to work with and the division leaders, specialists, counselors, and junior counselors are amazing role models. They don't just hire some kids and throw them into a group. They spend an abundance of time ahead of each summer meeting with staff, training, writing curriculum, and preparing for the camp season. My three kids are all very different and all had a wonderful, enriching experience. My oldest has aged out of camp and is now a college student, but continues to stay close to his camp family and the relationships be built over many years. My two younger children are current campers, the youngest (3) starting last year, and my 7 year old in her 5th year at ELDC. They LOVE camp. They come home tired, dirty, and smiling every day, which is all I could hope for. They love their counselors, their division leaders (all teachers who dedicate their time to camp over the summer) and the rest of the staff. They get to do a little of everything, by being exposed to activities that they never have a chance to participate in during the school year, from go karts, to cooking, ropes, mini golf, dance, music, arts and crafts, sports, mad science, nature, and the list goes on. They make new friends outside of school. They get more self sufficient. I could write volumes about the positive impact this camp has had on my family. Suffice to say this camp has become our family. It's hard to describe, but walking through the entrance to camp always gives me a feeling of being embraced, and I know my kids are accepted and valued for who they are. For example, one of my daughters has a number of allergies, and I never worry about her at camp. I have seen my kids gently led outside their own comfort zones to try new things, and I am so grateful to the staff for guiding them through those new experiences with care. I really cannot say enough about this wonderful, magical place or the people...

The Best Camp Experience Ever! This will be a detailed review, but it’s worth reading to understand the incredible experience awaiting you at Eagles Landing Day Camp.

First, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to the outstanding directors, Barry and Ruth Ann, who pour their hearts and souls into ensuring an exceptional camp experience for every single camper. I also want to thank the entire team—from counselors and division leaders to kitchen staff, nurses, life-guards, and office personnel. A special thank-you to his incredible counselors, Oduwa and Gaby, and his amazing division leader, Lori, for fostering such a positive and memorable experience for my son throughout the summer.

My son is one of the youngest campers in the program, but that never once diminished the incredible experience he had. As a “helicopter mom,” allowing my child to be under someone else’s care for the very first time was a big step—but it was absolutely worth it. This experience helped my son grow in countless ways.

The structure provided at camp is remarkable, especially for a three-year-old. The constant social interactions throughout the day and activities scheduled allowed him to come home using new skills. Every single day at pick-up, he enthusiastically told me how much fun he had!

I also appreciated the many opportunities to stay connected and informed about his day. The camp provides daily photos, which are incredibly reassuring and heartwarming to see. The daily “Ask me what I did at camp today” stickers and weekly newsletters with detailed breakdowns of group activities are wonderful keepsakes and a great way to engage in conversations with your child about their day.

Another aspect I truly value is the camp’s commitment to safety during pick-up. Regardless of whether you are a familiar face, the process never changes—providing parents with a strong sense of security, which is especially important in today’s world.

I could write an entire book about how amazing Eagles Landing is and everything it offers, but I hope this review gives you a glimpse into the unforgettable summer my three-year-old enjoyed. Thank you, Eagles Landing Day Camp, for creating such an...