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Hershey

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

Interested Parent?
(717) 883-5920


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

Enrolled Parent?
(717) 566-9200

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1223 Research Boulevard
Hummelstown, PA 17036

Interested Parent?
(717) 883-5920

Enrolled Parent?
(717) 566-9200


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

  • Sara Croman
    Center Director View Bio
  • Jennifer Poole
    Discovery Center Program Director View Bio
With a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education and elementary education as well as her director’s credentials, Sara has been in the early learning field for more than 9 years. Starting as a preschool teacher, Sara has taught all age groups and has served as a U-GRO Center Director since 2015. Sara enjoys getting to know each family individually and watching families grow! “I love watching the children grow from infants and making their way through the toddler and preschool rooms. I feel honored that families trust us with the care and early education of their children.”

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 bachelor’s degree in early childhood education and elementary education as well as her director’s credentials, Sara has been in the early learning field for more than 9 years. Starting as a preschool teacher, Sara has taught all age groups and has served as a U-GRO Center Director since 2015. Sara enjoys getting to know each family individually and watching families grow! “I love watching the children grow from infants and making their way through the toddler and preschool rooms. I feel honored that families trust us with the care and early education of their children.”

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 8 years old, two to five days a week. All educational and childcare programs are conducted in age-appropriate classes that promote small class sizes.

To support hybrid and partial day learning schedules, programming is available for Derry Township and Lower Dauphin students through age 10 for the 2020-2021 school year. Request information to learn more!

  • Infant
  • Toddler
  • Preschool
  • Before & After School
  • Summer Camp
  • Bus Service: Yes
    (Hershey Elementary School)

Center Features

  • covid-ready-logo
    Learn more about our safe, COVID-Ready centers.
  • 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

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March 27, 2020
Tara Stanley
Hershey, PA
We love U-Gro and the teachers that have worked with our son. I respect the way they have handled the coronavirus and appreciate them working with each individual family, including my own, whom have decided to keep our child at home. They have provided a top notch education to our son academically, socially, and emotionally. We could not be happier. Our son is transitioning to Kindergarten this year and we are sad to be leaving but can't wait to enroll our second son in about a year.
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March 24, 2020
A.D.
Hershey, PA
It's very good for my child that goes there and very loving and caring staff members.
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March 23, 2020
Sarah Howe
Lemoyne, PA
The teachers are the best, hands down
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March 17, 2020
K.P.
Harrisburg, PA
My little boys love their teachers and classes and classmates!
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March 16, 2020
N.H.
Hummelstown, PA
Flexible schedules and curriculums that are exciting and educational.
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February 25, 2020
Fatima Elsaka
Hummelstown, PA
My daughter has learned so much in less than a year. Great teachers and great playgrounds indoor and outdoor to encourage creativity and play.
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February 17, 2020
D.W.
Harrisburg, PA
I am happy because she’s happy. She has friends, she loves her teachers, she’s learning. This morning we counted as we went down the steps. I stopped at 10, she kept counting to 12! She’s only 2! She loves telling me on the ride home what she did that day. It’s a relief to be able to get through a day of work and know that she’s happy and being taking care of. I love the app so I can check in throughout the day. I already tell all my mom friends they need to check out ugro :)
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February 4, 2020
Nidhi Shah
Morgantown, PA
My daughter has thrived since starting at U-GRO. The teachers provide the necessary educational curriculum while incorporating learning-directed play. They really know my child and are instrumental in her growth.
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January 27, 2020
L.R.
Mount Joy, PA
Friendly staff, clean facility, and my children love attending school!
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January 9, 2020
Jeffrey Auriemma
Hummelstown, PA
Our preschooler is positively engaged and loves going to school at U-Gro. We feel confident that he's in the hands of teachers who are well-trained, caring, and diligent. The toddler rooms are wonderful. Communication is thorough and frequent. The environment is developmentally appropriate, friendly, and happy. All the professionals in the building, including administration, have been responsive and helpful. Imagination Station - the indoor play area - is a godsend for inclement weather. It's nice knowing our little ones will have the opportunity to get exercise no matter what the forecast says.
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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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