What ages does JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) accept?

JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) is open to children ages 3–4. 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 JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) cost?

JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) publishes $78/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs)'s hours?

JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) runs 9:00am-3:00pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Is JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) accredited?

Yes — JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). 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 JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs)?

JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) 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 JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) provide lunch?

JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) 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.

▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 3–4

JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs)

Elaine Frank Apachi · $78/week · ★ 4.7 (39 reviews)

JCC Juniors at Elaine Frank Apachi provides a nurturing day camp experience for 3-4 year olds, focusing on age-appropriate activities and Jewish values.

▌ Editor's read The JCC Chicago website loads successfully, detailing various camp programs including Elaine Frank Apachi, which hosts JCC Juniors. JCC Chicago is accredited by the American Camp Association, with accreditation valid through 2025, demonstrating a commitment to industry standards. The organization is a nonprofit, serving the community with a wide range of programs. While specific staff ratios for JCC Juniors are not explicitly listed, the website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'Elaine Frank Apachi' show a rating of 4.6 stars based on 37 reviews, with parents frequently praising the caring staff and engaging activities. The camp is a day camp, offering a structured program for young children. Social media handles for JCC Chicago are @jccchicago on Instagram and JCCChicago on Facebook.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

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Who thrives here Ages 3–4

JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) is geared toward early-childhood campers — ages where ritual, repetition, and short activity blocks land better than long instructional sessions. traditional day camp programs at this age work best when the day length matches the child's attention threshold and the staff knows how to handle separation moments without escalating them.

Facts & Credentials

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

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Details

Category: Traditional Day Camp
Ages: 3–4
Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm
Address: 23280 N Old McHenry Rd, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Cost notes: USD. $627.50 total for 8-week session ($78.44/week). USD.

Runs 9:00am-3:00pm, 4 sessions (1 one-week, 3 multi-week blocks), from Jun 15 to Aug 14.

Sessions ⛓

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

Session 1 Jun 15 – Jul 10, 2026 · 4 weeks · $5,345
Full Summer Jun 15 – Aug 7, 2026 · 8 weeks · $8,160
Session 2 Jul 13 – Aug 7, 2026 · 4 weeks · $5,345
Extended Camp Aug 10 – 14, 2026 · 1 week · $735

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs)

What ages does JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) accept?: JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) is open to children ages 3–4. 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 JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) cost?: JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) publishes $78/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs)'s hours?: JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) runs 9:00am-3:00pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) accredited?: Yes — JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). 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 JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs)?: JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) 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 JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) provide lunch?: JCC Juniors (3-4 yrs) 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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