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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


Lancaster, PA
I’ve had two children who were enrolled at UGRO HACC campus and I couldn’t be happier with the teachers who work there. They are trained well, kind, and most of all wonderful with the kids. It is not easy leaving your children somewhere while going to work but with UGRO I never had to worry.
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Lancaster, PA
So far so good
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Ephrata, PA
In less in a month visiting U-GRO, I see how my child has progressed in developing!
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Denver, PA
Great staff. Love the app that I use to check on my child while he is there. Also like the activities they do with my child.
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Lancaster, PA
The vast majority of the teachers are so positive and loving, but also maintain high expectations. I love that academics and creativity are both emphasized and I have zero doubt my daughter will be ready for kindergarten.
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Mountville, PA
I love that there is a routine and the app with updates! My son Is always so excited to go and is always telling me he had a good day. He absolutely loves it here.
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Lancaster, PA
I love how structured the classes are. My daughter Zhyla has learned so much being there.
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Lancaster, PA
staff is excellent and the my daughter learn a lot , she is ready to go to kindergarden
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Lancaster, PA
UGRO has been so pivotal in my son’s growth and development. Especially his social development. I appreciate the patience and care that the director and teachers have shown him. The center is very organized and well run.
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Lancaster, PA
Some of the teachers are very willing to work with the unique needs of each child.
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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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