Camp Yavneh
Camp Yavneh is a pluralistic Jewish overnight camp in New Hampshire, fostering a strong sense of community and Jewish identity through diverse activities and...
▌ Editor's read The Camp Yavneh website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate overnight camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, indicating adherence to industry standards. The camp states it has been operating for 80 years, suggesting a rich history and experience in youth programming. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks, contributing to camper safety. Camp Yavneh is a pluralistic Jewish camp, focusing on Hebrew immersion and Jewish values, and is operated by a non-profit organization. Google reviews average 4.8 stars from 100 reviews, with many praising the strong community, engaging activities, and positive impact on Jewish identity. The camp offers a variety of activities including arts, sports, and outdoor adventures, all within a Jewish framework.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 194680+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 8–16
Camp Yavneh is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. religious programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1946 (80 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Religious
- Ages: 8–16
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 18 Camp Yavneh Rd, Northwood, NH 03261, USA
- Cost notes: USD. Price per session. Generous financial aid is a core value.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Yavneh
- What ages does Camp Yavneh accept?
- Camp Yavneh is open to children ages 8–16. 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 Camp Yavneh cost?
- Camp Yavneh publishes $1,550/week for the standard session. USD. Price per session. Generous financial aid is a core value. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Yavneh's hours?
- Camp Yavneh runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Is Camp Yavneh accredited?
- Yes — Camp Yavneh is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 80 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
- Who runs Camp Yavneh?
- Camp Yavneh is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 80 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Camp Yavneh provide lunch?
- Camp Yavneh 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.
Planning guides
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Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Yavneh.
- Camp Yavneh · Northwood, NH · Ages 8–16 · $2,218/week