JCC Extended Camp
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▌ Editor's read The JCC Chicago Camps website (jccchicago.org/camps/) loads successfully and provides comprehensive information about their various day camp offerings, including Apachi Day Camps and specialty camps. JCC Chicago is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with their accreditation expiring in 2025, indicating adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks and receive extensive training. JCC Chicago is a nonprofit organization. While specific Google reviews for 'JCC Extended Camp Northbrook' were not readily available as a distinct entity, JCC Chicago as a whole has a strong online presence. The website features social media links to their Instagram (@jccchicago) and Facebook (jccchicago) pages. The camp offers a traditional day camp experience with a focus on Jewish values and community building.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 4–13
JCC Extended Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 4–13
- Hours: 9:30am-3:30pm
- Address: 3050 Woodridge Ln, Northbrook, IL 60062
- Cost notes: USD. $735.00/week. USD.
Runs 9:30am-3:30pm, 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 Extended Camp
- What ages does JCC Extended Camp accept?
- JCC Extended Camp is open to children ages 4–13. 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 Extended Camp cost?
- JCC Extended Camp publishes $735/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are JCC Extended Camp's hours?
- JCC Extended Camp runs 9:30am-3:30pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Is JCC Extended Camp accredited?
- Yes — JCC Extended Camp 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 Extended Camp?
- JCC Extended Camp 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 Extended Camp provide lunch?
- JCC Extended Camp 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 JCC Extended Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Northbrook?
- JCC Extended Camp is one of 5 traditional day camp camps in Northbrook 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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Camps near here
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- JCC - 'Z' Frank Apachi Summer Camp · 'Z' Frank Apachi · Ages 3–17
- JCC Grades K-7 · 'Z' Frank Apachi · Ages 5–13 · $185/week
- JCC Grades K-7 · 'Z' Frank Apachi · Ages 5–13 · $118/week
- JCC Juniors (4 years) · 'Z' Frank Apachi · Ages 4–4 · $312/week
- Elite Edge Camp · Northbrook Sports Center · Ages 10–21 · $1,342/week