Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–13 · $1,049/week
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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–13

J Camp

Levite Jewish Community Center · $1,049/week

A week-long STEM camp at Arizona State University with day and overnight options for ages 7-17.

▌ Editor's read The J Camp website loads successfully and provides comprehensive information about their day camp program for children aged 5-14. It is operated by the Levite Jewish Community Center (LJCC), indicating a nonprofit ownership structure. The camp emphasizes a diverse range of activities such as swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and weekly field trips, with specific programming tailored for different age groups (K-2nd, 3rd-5th, and 6th-8th grade). The site explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks and that a nurse is on-site daily. While not ACA accredited, the LJCC has a strong community presence. Google reviews for the Levite Jewish Community Center show a rating of 4.6 stars from 182 reviews, with many positive comments about the facilities and programs, including the summer camp. The camp's social media presence is through the LJCC's Instagram (@bhamjcc) and Facebook (bhamjcc) accounts.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–13

J 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 traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–13
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Address: 3960 Montclair Rd, Birmingham, AL 35213, USA
  • Phone: (888) 709-8324
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Starting at $1,049

↗ What parents like

  • Variety of STEM courses
  • Day and overnight options

↘ Watch for

  • Expensive

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about J Camp

What ages does J Camp accept?
J Camp is open to children ages 5–13. 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 J Camp cost?
J Camp publishes $1,049/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are J Camp's hours?
J Camp runs 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs J Camp?
J 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 J Camp provide lunch?
J 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.

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