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Lancaster | HACC Lancaster

Lancaster | HACC Lancaster

U-GRO is honored to have been chosen to serve as the childcare operator at HACC’s Lancaster campus since 2008. This modern facility is conveniently located on campus, which makes it easy to serve the needs of student families while they attend class. This center is open to HACC students, faculty and staff as well as the general Lancaster community.

1641 Old Philadelphia Pike
Lancaster, PA 17602

(717) 399-3088

Monday through Friday
6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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1641 Old Philadelphia Pike
Lancaster, PA 17602

(717) 399-3088

Monday through Friday
6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

With a background as a preschool teacher, Kara has been a member of the U-GRO team since 2012. Earning her bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Messiah College, Kara also has her Director’s Credential from Shippensburg University. “I love the close-knit feel that comes with being a smaller center! I love getting to know all our children and their families, and working with our amazing team of teachers!”
With a background as a preschool teacher, Kara has been a member of the U-GRO team since 2012. Earning her bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Messiah College, Kara also has her Director’s Credential from Shippensburg University. “I love the close-knit feel that comes with being a smaller center! I love getting to know all our children and their families, and working with our amazing team of teachers!”

Curriculum

We offer full- and part-time programs for children 6 weeks to 6 years old, two to five days a week. All educational and childcare programs are conducted in age-appropriate classes that promote small class sizes.

Center Features

  • 6 classrooms with cozy atmosphere
  • Advanced classroom technology
  • Life Skills programs
  • Secure and separate infant & toddler and preschool outdoor gross motor spaces
  • Opportunities to explore nature on HACC Campus
  • Culturally diverse environment
  • Secure access and sign-in system
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Location Reviews

December 27, 2018
C.S.
Lancaster, PA
The teachers are caring and positive yet when necessary, stern.
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December 11, 2018
Megan Hernandez
Lancaster, PA
All the teachers are so amazingly patient with the kiddos. My kids love them.
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December 4, 2018
Toni Pfeiffer
Conestoga, PA
I’ve been a UGro parent for almost 8 years and cannot praise them enough for the the way the staff has continually loved, taught and cared for my children.
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October 26, 2018
C.K.
Lancaster, PA
The teachers truly care about our children. They tech them, they cuddle them, they play with them and they make them enjoy their day being away from their families. It is a blessing to feel comfortable every day when I drop them off that my children are in excellent hands.
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October 2, 2018
Marian Kipp
Lancaster, PA
My son loves going to preschool everyday!
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October 1, 2018
Maria Hurley
Lancaster, PA
Everyone is very welcoming and accommodating. My son adjusted very quickly, and gets excited to go there. It's great to see all of the new things he learns and picks up. I am so appreciative of the staff and everything they do. They also hold true to their policies. They make sure there I s as little exposure to sickness, as possible, which is reassuring. I've seen some places where kids will be there not in good shape, and not kept up, and you know that things are just spreading around. They are very personable and respectful. I couldn't ask for better people or a better place. I also love the size of the center. I could go on, but I will stop it here.
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May 14, 2018
J.B.L.
Leola, PA
Great teachers that have open lines of communication and are great with the kids.
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May 8, 2018
L.P.
Lancaster, PA
The teachers are amazing and the director is very kind and approachable. Our daughter loves going to school every day!
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May 8, 2018
S.B.
Lancaster, PA
The staff has been patient with the many questions I ask and when I check in on my child. My son has connected well with the teachers and staff who have been supportive of his growth. They help make transitions between classrooms seamless for the children, as we'll. Highly recommend!
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April 24, 2018
Lauren Hess
Lancaster, PA
The teachers are amazing! I feel a close bond with them and my daughter loves them too! I also really like the curriculum they have. My daughter has learned so much in the past 2 years she's been in day care!
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Daily Schedule

  • Preschool
  • Toddler
Open-9:00 a.m.

Arrival (Breakfast until 8:00 a.m.)
Free Choice Learning Play
Art Experience

9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Together Time: Morning Meeting, Language Experience
Story time
AM Snack
Learning Stations
Outside Play
Together Time: Letter of the Week Activity
Music and Movement

11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Lunch

12:00 p.m.-12:30 p.m.

Songs and Finger Plays
Story Time

12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

    Nap Time

2:30 p.m.-4:15 p.m.

    Wake Up
    PM Snack
    Outside Play
    Together Time: Theme or Project Activity

4:15 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

    Free Choice and Small Group Activities
    Story time
    Teacher Directed Activity
    Songs and Finger Plays

5:30 p.m.-Close

    Table Activities

Open-9:30 a.m.

Arrival (Breakfast until 8:00 a.m.)
Free Choice Play Time
Diapering/Pottying (every 2 hours)
Art Experience
Readiness Skills Activity
Together Time: Language Experience, Songs & Finger Plays
Story Time

9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

AM Snack
Diapering/Pottying (every 2 hours)
Free Choice and Small Group Activities
Outside Play or Walk
Together Time: Theme Related Activity
Music and Movement

11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Lunch
Diapering/Pottying (every 2 hours)
Story Time
Nap Time

2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

    Wake Up
    Diapering/Pottying (every 2 hours)
    PM Snack
    Outside Play or Walk
    Together Time: Math Concept Activity

4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

    Free Choice and Small Group Activities
    Diapering/Pottying (every 2 hours)
    Teacher Directed Activity
    Songs and Fingerplays
    Story Time

5:30 p.m.-Close

    Table Activities

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