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Hershey

A proud member of the Hershey community since 2000, the U-GRO campus is located just off Route 322. This state-of-the-art facility includes our Early Development Center for infants and toddlers, and our adjacent Discovery Center for preschool and older.

1223 Research Boulevard
Hummelstown, PA 17036

(717) 930-6150

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

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1223 Research Boulevard
Hummelstown, PA 17036

(717) 930-6150

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

With a decade of experience in early childhood education, Adam serves as center director of our Early Development Center for infants and toddlers. He earned his bachelor's degree in elementary education from Towson University and worked in Texas for several years before relocating to Pennsylvania. "I look forward to the process of learning each and every day, creating the foundation and building blocks that will shape and mold each student throughout the rest of their educational and social lives."

As director of our Discovery Center for preschool and school age students, Jennifer has worked in early childhood fields for more than 12 years. She holds her bachelor's degree in early childhood education and her master's in educational policy and leadership. "I feel so lucky to be part of such a high-quality team. The care my team provides is top-notch and every team member truly holds a service-minded attitude."
With a decade of experience in early childhood education, Adam serves as center director of our Early Development Center for infants and toddlers. He earned his bachelor's degree in elementary education from Towson University and worked in Texas for several years before relocating to Pennsylvania. "I look forward to the process of learning each and every day, creating the foundation and building blocks that will shape and mold each student throughout the rest of their educational and social lives."

As director of our Discovery Center for preschool and school age students, Jennifer has worked in early childhood fields for more than 12 years. She holds her bachelor's degree in early childhood education and her master's in educational policy and leadership. "I feel so lucky to be part of such a high-quality team. The care my team provides is top-notch and every team member truly holds a service-minded attitude."

Curriculum

We offer full- and part-time programs for children 6 weeks to 10 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

  • 18 modern, bright and open classrooms
  • Advanced classroom technology
  • Life Skills programs
  • Secure and separate infant & toddler and preschool outdoor gross motor spaces
  • 1,800 square-foot of indoor gross motor spaces
  • Convenient access to nature trails and walking paths
  • Culturally diverse environment
  • Secure access and sign-in system
  • 2017 Harrisburg Magazine Readers’ Choice Winner Best Childcare!
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Location Reviews

October 16, 2018
J.L.
Harrisburg, PA
Great facilities and staff. The teachers care for my son like he was their own.
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October 9, 2018
Joe Trojecki
Middletown, PA
I feel like there is a real effort to educate my children as opposed to simply babysitting them. The staff is always friendly and have a sincere interest in my kids.
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October 2, 2018
E.C.
Hummelstown, PA
U-Gro offers a very engaging learning environment. The children are exposed to a variety of experiences which caters to different learning techniques. In addition, U-Gro offers a fun, nurturing environment that makes children feel welcomed, comforted, and creates a passion for learning.
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October 2, 2018
F.D.
Hershey, PA
We like the classrooms, teachers, and overall atmosphere provided for my children.
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September 25, 2018
B.S.M.
Hummelstown, PA
Friendly caring service aff
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September 19, 2018
A.W.
Annville, PA
Everyone is friendly and seems to really care about each individual child. There is great communication between everyone.
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September 18, 2018
L.Z.
Palmyra, PA
Great communication between staff and parents. Love the curriculum and activities for the children
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September 18, 2018
S.K.
Hershey, PA
Facilities are top notch Staff are prepared to work with the children to help them learn & grow
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September 6, 2018
Xiaozhou Feng
Hershey, PA
Great place to have fun! My daughter enjoyed the life in U-GRO.
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September 5, 2018
Daniel DeFusco
Palmyra, PA
Facilities, along with the people. The staff is professional yet warm. You can feel they really care along with wanting to make sure your child’s growth and potential are being attended to.
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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 Learning Play
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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