Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–15 · $1,845/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–15

Camp Ramah New England

Palmer, MA · $1,845/week

A 2-week Jewish overnight summer camp in New England for younger campers.

▌ Editor's read Camp Ramah New England is an ACA accredited overnight camp, with its accreditation valid through 2025. The camp has been operating for 67 years, having been founded in 1953. It is a non-profit organization. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. The camp's Instagram handle is @campramahne and its Facebook handle is campramahne. Google reviews for 'Camp Ramah New England' show a rating of 4.8 stars based on 104 reviews, with reviewers frequently praising the strong sense of community, engaging Jewish programming, and dedicated staff. The camp offers various sessions, including the Mini-Kochavim Aleph program for younger campers, and emphasizes a holistic approach to Jewish education and personal growth.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195967+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 7–15

Camp Ramah New England sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1959 (67 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–15
  • Address: 2000 Ramah Way, Palmer, MA 01069
  • Phone: (781) 407-9900
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Mini-Kochavim Aleph (2 weeks) costs $3,690. Financial assistance is available.

5 sessions (0 one-week, 5 multi-week blocks), from Jun 23 to Aug 16.

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Session 1 Jun 23 – Aug 16, 2026 · 8 weeks · $14,080
  • Session 2 Jun 23 – Jul 19, 2026 · 4 weeks · $8,600
  • Session 3 Jul 21 – Aug 16, 2026 · 4 weeks · $8,600
  • Session 4 Jul 21 – Aug 2, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,690
  • Session 5 Aug 4 – 16, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,690

↗ What parents like

  • Introductory 2-week session
  • Designed for younger campers

↘ Watch for

  • Short duration
  • Limited age range

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Ramah New England

What ages does Camp Ramah New England accept?
Camp Ramah New England is open to children ages 7–15. 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 New England cost?
Camp Ramah New England publishes $1,845/week for the standard session. Mini-Kochavim Aleph (2 weeks) costs $3,690. Financial assistance is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Ramah New England accredited?
Yes — Camp Ramah New England is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 67 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 New England?
Camp Ramah New England is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 67 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 New England provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Ramah New England 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 New England compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Palmer?
Camp Ramah New England is one of 6 overnight/sleepaway camps in Palmer 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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