JCamp at the J Los Angeles
JCamp at The J Los Angeles offers a variety of day camp programs for children from transitional kindergarten through 8th grade, focusing on Jewish values and...
▌ Editor's read JCamp at The J Los Angeles is a day camp program for children in TK-8th grade, operated by The J Los Angeles, a non-profit organization. The camp website details various programs including specialty camps, traditional day camp, and leadership programs for older campers. While the website mentions 'highly trained staff' and 'background checks' for all staff, a specific staff-to-camper ratio is not provided. The J Los Angeles has a Google review rating of 4.6 stars based on 167 reviews, with many reviewers praising the community atmosphere and variety of activities. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. Social media handles found on the website are @thejla for Instagram and 'thejla' for Facebook. The camp emphasizes Jewish values and community building throughout its programming.
Who thrives here Ages 5–14
JCamp at the J Los Angeles sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right general fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
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: 5–14
- Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (drop-off 8-9 AM, core program 9:00 AM-3:15 PM, aftercare 3:15-5:00 PM)
- Address: 5870 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
- Phone: (323) 556-5250
- Cost notes: $640/week per camper with a $30/week discount auto-applies if you register before March 15
↗ What parents like
- ACA accredited
- Snacks included
- Extended care available
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about JCamp at the J Los Angeles
- What ages does JCamp at the J Los Angeles accept?
- JCamp at the J Los Angeles is open to children ages 5–14. 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 Los Angeles cost?
- JCamp at the J Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles's hours?
- JCamp at the J Los Angeles runs 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (drop-off 8-9 AM, core program 9:00 AM-3:15 PM, aftercare 3:15-5:00 PM). If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs JCamp at the J Los Angeles?
- JCamp at the J Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles provide lunch?
- JCamp at the J Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles offer extended care?
- Yes — JCamp at the J Los Angeles 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.
- How does JCamp at the J Los Angeles compare to other general camps in Los Angeles?
- JCamp at the J Los Angeles 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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