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Camp Ramah Darom - Tikvah Vocational Education Program (Grade 12+)

Clayton, GA · $1,713/week · ★ 4.7 (47 reviews)

A 4-week Jewish overnight camp in the North Georgia mountains with a vocational program for young adults with...

▌ Editor's read The provided website loads successfully and details Camp Ramah Darom's Jewish summer camp programs, including the Tikvah Vocational Education Program. Camp Ramah Darom is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards. The camp's 'About Us' page indicates it has been operating for 30 years, having opened in 1997. The camp is a non-profit organization. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Camp Ramah Darom show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 215 reviews, with many parents praising the inclusive environment and positive impact on their children. The Tikvah Vocational Education Program specifically focuses on vocational training and independent living skills for young adults with disabilities, offering a unique and valuable experience.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 199630+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 17–21

Camp Ramah Darom - Tikvah Vocational Education Program (Grade 12+) serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1996 (30 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 17–21
  • Address: 70 Darom Lane, Clayton, GA 30525
  • Phone: (404) 531-0801
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: The Tikvah Vocational Education Program is a 4-week program for $6,850. Financial assistance is available.

1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 3 to Jun 28.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Session 1 Jun 3 – 28, 2026 · 4 weeks · $6,850

↗ What parents like

  • Vocational education focus
  • Supports young adults with disabilities

↘ Watch for

  • High cost per week
  • Specific target audience

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Ramah Darom - Tikvah Vocational Education Program (Grade 12+)

What ages does Camp Ramah Darom - Tikvah Vocational Education Program (Grade 12+) accept?
Camp Ramah Darom - Tikvah Vocational Education Program (Grade 12+) is open to children ages 17–21. 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 Ramah Darom - Tikvah Vocational Education Program (Grade 12+) cost?
Camp Ramah Darom - Tikvah Vocational Education Program (Grade 12+) publishes $1,713/week for the standard session. The Tikvah Vocational Education Program is a 4-week program for $6,850. Financial assistance is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Ramah Darom - Tikvah Vocational Education Program (Grade 12+) accredited?
Yes — Camp Ramah Darom - Tikvah Vocational Education Program (Grade 12+) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 30 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 Ramah Darom - Tikvah Vocational Education Program (Grade 12+)?
Camp Ramah Darom - Tikvah Vocational Education Program (Grade 12+) is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 30 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 Ramah Darom - Tikvah Vocational Education Program (Grade 12+) provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Ramah Darom - Tikvah Vocational Education Program (Grade 12+) includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Camp Ramah Darom - Tikvah Vocational Education Program (Grade 12+) compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Clayton?
Camp Ramah Darom - Tikvah Vocational Education Program (Grade 12+) is one of 13 overnight/sleepaway camps in Clayton 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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