Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer an early-bird discount for early registration?
Yes. A discount of $25 per half-day week course will be available up until April 15th.
When are the sessions each day?
Each day is divided up into a morning session (9:00 AM to 12 Noon) and an afternoon session (1:00 PM to 4:00 PM). Some programs will run all day (9:00 AM to 4:00 PM).
NOTE: If attending both the morning and afternoon sessions, there is no need to pick-up campers between the sessions. They will be given lunch and have a supervised recess from 12noon to 1pm.
Is lunch available for registered participants?
Yes, lunch is available during June. Regardless of whether your child attends the morning session, the afternoon session or all-day, they will have access to lunch each day during the June session.
Is there a nurse on staff during summer programs?
Yes, we have a registered nurse on staff each day during June. Epi-Pens and other medications can be left with the nurse if so needed.
What if I need to pick-up my child early one day?
Not a problem. Just email (psawkins@hackleyschool.org) or call (914-606-0401) as soon as you know the date and time of the early pick-up. We will collect your child from their course and bring them to the check-in/out area for you.
Are grades listed for courses the current grade a child is in or their rising grade (grade next Fall)?
All grades listed are RISING Grade (grade your child will enter at the end of the summer).
What kind of programs do you offer in the summer?
We have a wide range of offerings for rising students from K-12. Hackley Hornets is an activity based program – arts, sports, games, etc... – primarily designed for kids K-8 grade. Academics provide a range of enrichment and advancement programs to help prepare students for the up-coming school year and beyond. We also offer specialty courses designed to explore interesting real-world applications and disciplines in a fun-filled context. And of course sports-specific camps to take your game to the next level.
Is there early drop-off and late pick-up?
Yes. Early drop-off opens at 8:00 AM and late pick-up runs to 5:30 PM. There will be a fee associated with each of these options.
Who is teaching Hackley Summer Programs?
All our programs are taught by professional adult educators. A large percentage of programs are taught by our exceptional Hackley faculty. The summer faculty does on occasion use older high school age students to support various elements of their program, in particular our June program offerings. We also use a small number of outside vendors to help increase the breadth and depth of our summer offerings. In almost all cases, these are vendors we have experience within our after-school programs or have been highly vetted to ensure quality and safety.
When will registration open for 2025 programs?
We will open registration Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025 at 7PM.
Do you offer siblings discounts?
Unfortunately we do not offer any sibling discounts at this time.
Is there transportation available to and from Hackley in the summer?
There is no transportation available.
Do you have a summer boarding program?
At this time we do not have a summer boarding program. It is under consideration for the future.
How do I register?
ALL registration is done online and ALL payment is due at time of registration. Registration will be available on this page when it opens. Look for the REGISTER NOW button at the top of each page. This will link you directly to the online registration system.
If you have used the system in past years, just login with your established username and password.
What is required as a part of registration process?
At time of registration complete payment is due, as are the required forms (including but not limited to Participation and Medical). There may be additional waivers for certain courses like Rock Climbing as well as courses that involve travel off campus (eg. Adirondack Adventure trips and Fishing Camps).
Non-Hackley students will be required to provide a recent doctor signed Physical prior to attending the first day of a program. Medical forms with immunization records need to be up to date (within 11 months of the first day of attendance).
What is your refund policy?
Payments are non-refundable. If a registered participant becomes incapacitated prior to the start of a program, a refund may be available with proper documentation from a licensed doctor. Hackley reserves the right to deny refund requests.