U-GRO Messiah Lifeways
Open today 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Description provided by the business.U-GRO Mechanicsburg provides trusted daycare in Mechanicsburg, PA, offering programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Our caring teachers create a safe, nurturing environment that supports early learning, confidence, and kindergarten readiness. Families stay connected throughout the day with live video streaming and real-time updates through SproutAbout. Conveniently located at 100 Mount Allen Dr. near Messiah University, we proudly serve families in Mechanicsburg, Upper Allen Township, Camp Hill, and surrounding Cumberland County communities. Schedule a tour today to see why local families choose U-GRO Mechanicsburg.
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Location Info
100 Mt Allen Dr
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
| Monday | 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Military Assistance
- Discounted Tuition
Financial Aid
- Sibling Discount
Location Details
- Offers camp programs.
- Staff are CPR certified.
- Staff are first aid certified.
- Meals are provided.
Programs Offered
Infants
Toddlers
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
Our age-specific Toddler classrooms offer a stimulating environment for active little learners. Experiences are outlined to guide your child’s development in four main domains: language and literacy, fine motor skills, mathematical thinking, and scientific thinking. Your child will flourish while learning social skills, routine, coordination, and self-control.
Education Types
- Academic-Based
- Play-Based
- Technology-Based
Twos
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
Older toddlers in this program continue development of the four critical domains of developement established in the One's program: language and literacy, fine motor skills, mathematical thinking, and scientific thinking. Our curriculum is designed to keep up with your child’s accelerated pace by working with them to develop language and cognitive skills, coordination and spatial awareness, and self-control.
Education Types
- Academic-Based
- Play-Based
- Technology-Based
Early Preschool
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
School Year
Description
It’s never too early to start preparing your child to be ready for school, and that’s why our parents—and their children—love our Early Preschool classroom. As a stepping stone to Preschool, our Early Preschool program incorporates STEAM activities designed to address the individual learning needs of 30- to 42-month-old children. We focus on understanding routines and developing independence.
Education Types
- Academic-Based
- Play-Based
- Technology-Based
Preschool
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
School Year
Description
Our Preschool curriculums incorporate STEAM activities to ensure skill development and school readiness based on 21st century concepts. Children explore Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Math, while developing their self-confidence, creativity, and independence.
Education Types
- Academic-Based
- Play-Based
- Technology-Based
Pre-K
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
School Year
Description
Your child’s school readiness is the most important thing to us and that’s the focus of our Pre-K program. Building on Preschool learning, we focus on problem solving, responsive listening, language usage, and social skills. Our program features STEAM activities designed to improve your child’s literacy and cognition in areas such as vocabulary development and alphabet knowledge.
Education Types
- Academic-Based
- Play-Based
- Technology-Based
Before & After School
Schedules
Flexible
Calendar
School Year
Description
Our before- and after-school curriculum for school-age students offers a great start and finish to every school day, with a mix of independent and organized activities. We focus on character development, goal setting, and team-building exercises.
Education Types
- Academic-Based
- Play-Based
- Technology-Based
Wondercamp
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Summer Only
Description
An action-packed summer for children (ages 2 to 12). Our exciting Wonder Weeks include topics and activities designed to spark curiosity and imagination. We serve healthy food, play outside daily, and take field trips too! Parents will love our app with live streaming video and photo highlights.
Drop-In Care
Schedules
Full Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
We remain committed to supporting our community in any way that we can. That includes drop-in care to help families as routines change. With U-GRO’s Flex Care, you can purchase child care days ahead of time, so you have a flexible, reliable, simple way to navigate scheduling needs. Prepaid Flex Care cards can be purchased in five-day increments, which are honored for one full year. Flex Care is also a perfect option if you stay home but need an occasional day off, or to take advantage of our summer program options.
Education Types
- Academic-Based
- Play-Based
- STEAM
Licensing
U-GRO Messiah Lifeways is a licensed child care center.
Type
Licensed Child Care Center
Identifier
CER-00240877
Capacity
122
Issued
06/25
Parent Reviews
We’ve been really happy with our experience. We have the peace of mind that our child is learning, having fun, and being nurtured.
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