Soloway JCC Ottawa – Senior Friends (Ages 6-7)
The Soloway JCC offers a variety of day camp programs in Ottawa, including the Senior Friends program for ages 6-7, focusing on Jewish values, sports, arts, ...
▌ Editor's read The Soloway JCC website loads as a legitimate community center offering various day camp programs, including 'Senior Friends' for ages 6-7. The center is a Jewish community organization, indicating a 'church-synagogue-mosque' owner type. The website explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks and are first aid certified, demonstrating a commitment to safety. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published, the camp emphasizes a nurturing environment. The Soloway JCC has a strong online presence with a Google rating of 4.6 stars from 250 reviews, with many reviewers praising the diverse programming and community atmosphere. Social media handles for Instagram (@solowayjcc) and Facebook (SolowayJCC) are easily found on the site. The camp offers a wide array of activities including sports, arts, swimming, and outdoor play, integrated with Jewish values and culture.
Who thrives here Ages 6–7
Soloway JCC Ottawa – Senior Friends (Ages 6-7) is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. community/rec center content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Faith-based organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Community/Rec Center
- Ages: 6–7
- Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Address: 21 Nadolny Sachs Private, Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9, Canada
- Phone: (613) 798-9818
- Cost notes: CAD. Non-member approximately $475-$570/week. Member rates lower. 25% deposit required.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Soloway JCC Ottawa – Senior Friends (Ages 6-7)
- What ages does Soloway JCC Ottawa – Senior Friends (Ages 6-7) accept?
- Soloway JCC Ottawa – Senior Friends (Ages 6-7) is open to children ages 6–7. 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 Soloway JCC Ottawa – Senior Friends (Ages 6-7) cost?
- Soloway JCC Ottawa – Senior Friends (Ages 6-7) publishes $570/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Soloway JCC Ottawa – Senior Friends (Ages 6-7)'s hours?
- Soloway JCC Ottawa – Senior Friends (Ages 6-7) runs 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Soloway JCC Ottawa – Senior Friends (Ages 6-7)?
- Soloway JCC Ottawa – Senior Friends (Ages 6-7) is operated by a faith-based organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Soloway JCC Ottawa – Senior Friends (Ages 6-7) provide lunch?
- Soloway JCC Ottawa – Senior Friends (Ages 6-7) 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.
- How does Soloway JCC Ottawa – Senior Friends (Ages 6-7) compare to other community/rec center camps in Ottawa?
- Soloway JCC Ottawa – Senior Friends (Ages 6-7) is one of 8 community/rec center camps in Ottawa 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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