JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp
Traditional day camp with sports, arts, and Jewish values for children in Los Angeles.
▌ Editor's read The JCamp at The J LA website loads successfully and provides comprehensive information about their day camp programs for children in TK-8th grade. The camp is operated by The J LA, a non-profit organization, indicating a community-focused mission. While not listed in the ACA directory, the website emphasizes safety, stating that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'The J LA' (the parent organization) show a rating of 4.6 stars from 104 reviews, with many positive comments about the community and programs, including the camp. The camp offers a variety of activities such as sports, arts and crafts, swimming, and weekly field trips, with specialized programs for different age groups like 'Explorers' (TK-K), 'Adventurers' (1st-2nd), 'Voyagers' (3rd-5th), and 'Pathfinders' (6th-8th). Social media handles @thejla on Instagram and 'thejla' on Facebook are active, showcasing camp activities and community engagement.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp 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 general program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: General
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (with aftercare until 5 p.m.)
- Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048
- Phone: (323) 938-2531
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $640/week standard. $610/week with early registration before March 15. Additional JLA member discount. Financial aid available.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: Yes
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp
- What ages does JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp accept?
- JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp 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 JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp cost?
- JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp publishes $640/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp's hours?
- JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp runs 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (with aftercare until 5 p.m.). If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp?
- JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp provide lunch?
- JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp 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.
- Does JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp offer extended care?
- Yes — JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp offers extended care (3:15 PM-5:00 PM). Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
- Does JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp offer financial aid?
- Yes — JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp offers financial aid or scholarships. Most camp aid is need-based, application-based, and awarded on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted, so apply as soon as the form opens (usually January-February for the upcoming summer).
- How does JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp compare to other general camps in Los Angeles?
- JCamp at The J LA - Day Camp is one of 94 general camps in Los Angeles 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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