Est. 1982 · Infants – Kindergarten
Londonderry Road
- Address
- 4820 Londonderry Road, Harrisburg, PA 17109
- Phone
- 717.657.8684
- Hansel4820@gmail.com
- Hours
- Mon–Fri, 6:30am – 5:30pm
- Director
- Deanna Hobbs
Harrisburg, PA · Since 1960
Where little ones grow, learn and feel at home.
For more than 60 years, our family-owned center has given Harrisburg families nurturing child care and Montessori-inspired learning from infancy through Kindergarten.
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5.0 average from parents on Google1960Family-owned, now serving a second generation of families
6 wks–12 yrsFrom first bottles to summer camp adventures
2Harrisburg locations on Londonderry Rd & Walnut St
20+ yrsMany of our teachers & directors have been with us for decades
Our Programs
A program for every stage of growing up.
Each classroom is designed around what your child is ready to discover next, guided by caring teachers who know them by name.
Infant Care
A caring, nurturing place where your baby can grow and thrive, with a personal care plan built around their own schedule.
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Early Toddler
Playing time is learning time. Hands-on exploration and social play that feed your toddler's curiosity.
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Late Toddler
Learning centers built for active, inquisitive toddlers, from potty training to first friendships.
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Montessori Pre-School
Self-care, early math and language skills, and plenty of creative play to get ready for the school years ahead.
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Kindergarten
Time-tested Montessori principles, daily progress checks and three detailed progress reports a year.
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Ages 6 – 12 yearsSummer Fun Camp
Swimming in our own on-site pool, field trips, arts & crafts, cooking and friendships that last all summer.
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Caring since1960
Our Story
A family taking care of families.
Hansel & Gretel was founded in 1960 by Mrs. Meta Grill, who studied the Froebel approach to early education, the method behind the very first “kindergarten.” Today we're proudly serving a second generation of Harrisburg families.
- Montessori Method that respects every child as a unique individual
- Small ratios, one-on-one attention and personal care plans for infants
- Nutritious breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks
- Daily updates so you know what delighted your child today
Why Families Choose Us
Quality care you can feel the moment you walk in.
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Montessori-inspired learning
Hands-on materials and child-led discovery that build independence, focus and a lifelong love of learning.
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Safe, clean & secure
Focused attention to cleanliness, hygiene and safety. The health and welfare of our children always comes first.
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Teachers who stay
Many of our caregivers have been with us for 20+ years. Children bond with familiar, dedicated faces.
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Learning through play
Music, storytelling, art, dress-up and outdoor time are woven into every single day.
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Meals included
Nutritious breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks, with food program participation for eligible families.
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Keystone STARS
Part of Pennsylvania's quality rating program for early learning, and continually raising our own bar.
Parent Testimonials
Loved by Harrisburg families.
★★★★★
Hansel and Gretel is hands-down the best daycare my son has ever attended! The teachers and staff treat every child as if they are their own. The facilities are clean, well-organized and secure, which gives me peace of mind.
Tiffany E. JacksonParent
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My daughter has been at this center since she turned 3 and she has learned so much. She's a very standoffish kid and they cracked her shell. Highly recommend.
Mariel CampbellGoogle review · Londonderry Rd
★★★★★
The Owners and staff are amazing and always so kind and sweet. My girls ABSOLUTELY love it here!
Megan PaulGoogle review · Walnut St
Two Locations
Conveniently located in Harrisburg.
Est. 1972 · Child care & Summer Camp
Walnut Street
- Address
- 2206 Walnut Street, Harrisburg, PA 17103
- Phone
- 717.234.3309
- Hgwalnut2206@gmail.com
- Hours
- Mon–Fri, until 5:00pm
- Director
- Laura Grill
Come see us in person.
The best way to know if Hansel & Gretel is right for your family is to visit. Meet our teachers, see the classrooms and ask us anything.