Camp Kef - Kadimah (Grades 2 & 3)
Camp Kef at the Kaiserman JCC offers a traditional day camp experience for children in grades K-9, focusing on Jewish values, friendship, and diverse activit...
▌ Editor's read Camp Kef is a day camp operated by the Kaiserman JCC in Wynnewood, PA, offering programs for campers in grades K-9. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation expiring in 2024, signifying compliance with industry-recognized standards for health, safety, and program quality. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive extensive training. Google reviews for 'Kaiserman JCC' show a rating of 4.3 stars based on 104 reviews, with many positive comments about the camp experience. The camp emphasizes Jewish values, community, and a wide range of activities including swimming, sports, arts, and special events. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @campkefjcc and a Facebook page /campkefjcc.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 7–8
Camp Kef - Kadimah (Grades 2 & 3) 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: 7–8
- Hours: 8:45 AM - 3:30 PM
- Address: 401 City Ave, Wynnewood, PA 19096, USA
- Cost notes: USD, weekly rate. Registration fee and weekly deposit are non-refundable.
Runs 8:45 AM - 3:30 PM, 8 sessions (8 one-week), from Jun 22 to Aug 14.
Sessions
Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.
- Session 1 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $613
- Session 2 Jun 29 – Jul 2, 2026 · 1 week · $613
- Session 3 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $613
- Session 4 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $613
- Session 5 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $613
- Session 6 Jul 27 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $613
- Session 7 Aug 3 – 7, 2026 · 1 week · $613
- Session 8 Aug 10 – 14, 2026 · 1 week · $613
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Kef - Kadimah (Grades 2 & 3)
- What ages does Camp Kef - Kadimah (Grades 2 & 3) accept?
- Camp Kef - Kadimah (Grades 2 & 3) is open to children ages 7–8. 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 Camp Kef - Kadimah (Grades 2 & 3) cost?
- Camp Kef - Kadimah (Grades 2 & 3) publishes $613/week for the standard session. USD, weekly rate. Registration fee and weekly deposit are non-refundable. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Kef - Kadimah (Grades 2 & 3)'s hours?
- Camp Kef - Kadimah (Grades 2 & 3) runs 8:45 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.
- Is Camp Kef - Kadimah (Grades 2 & 3) accredited?
- Yes — Camp Kef - Kadimah (Grades 2 & 3) 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 Camp Kef - Kadimah (Grades 2 & 3)?
- Camp Kef - Kadimah (Grades 2 & 3) 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 Camp Kef - Kadimah (Grades 2 & 3) provide lunch?
- Camp Kef - Kadimah (Grades 2 & 3) 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 Camp Kef - Kadimah (Grades 2 & 3) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Wynnewood?
- Camp Kef - Kadimah (Grades 2 & 3) is one of 10 traditional day camp camps in Wynnewood 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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