Camp · Theater/Music · Ages 6–8 · $425/week
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▌ Theater/Music · Ages 6–8

Jack and Jill

Loyola Elementary · $425/week · ★ 4.0 (31 reviews)

PYT offers two-week summer camps for young performers in Los Altos, focusing on musical theater productions like "Jack and Jill."

▌ Editor's read The website pytnet.org/summer-camp/two-week-camps/ loads successfully and details various two-week summer camps, including "Jack and Jill." PYT (Peninsula Youth Theatre) is a non-profit organization that has been operating for 45 years, founded by Diane Milo. The camp offers day programs focused on musical theater. The website mentions that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks. While specific Google reviews for 'Jack and Jill' camp were not found, PYT as an organization has a Google rating of 4.9 stars based on 104 reviews, with reviewers frequently praising the quality of productions and positive impact on children. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited, and no state license number was found on the website. Social media handles include @pyt_losaltos on Instagram and PYT.LosAltos on Facebook.
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Since 198145+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 6–8

Jack and Jill is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. theater/music 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
1981 (45 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Money & Policies

Financial aid
Available · Need-based Apply →

Scholarships are available based on need and availability. Families must submit a scholarship application.

Session lengths
5-day (full week) · 10-day
What campers take home
Campers create and perform a play, including designing and constructing sets, props, and costumes.

Details

  • Category: Theater/Music
  • Ages: 6–8
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Address: 770 Berry Ave, Los Altos, CA 94024, USA
  • Cost notes: USD, Two-week camp for $850, prorated for Juneteenth holiday.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: Yes
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Jack and Jill

What ages does Jack and Jill accept?
Jack and Jill is open to children ages 6–8. 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 Jack and Jill cost?
Jack and Jill publishes $425/week for the standard session. USD, Two-week camp for $850, prorated for Juneteenth holiday. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Jack and Jill's hours?
Jack and Jill runs 8:30 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 Jack and Jill?
Jack and Jill is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 45 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 Jack and Jill provide lunch?
Jack and Jill 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 Jack and Jill offer financial aid?
Yes — Jack and Jill 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 Jack and Jill compare to other theater/music camps in Los Altos?
Jack and Jill is one of 8 theater/music camps in Los Altos 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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