Tender Years

Tender Years is a trusted brand offering high-quality childcare and early education services in Central Pennsylvania. With over 35 years of experience, Tender Years understands the importance of choosing the right program for your child's success in both school and life. As a family-owned corporation, they prioritize creating a family-like environment, ensuring that families and staff feel like part of their extended family.

Tender Years provides licensed programs for infants, young toddlers, older toddlers, preschoolers, pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, before and after school care, and summer camp. They offer full-time and part-time options to cater to different needs. Their programs adhere to Pennsylvania DHS and Pennsylvania Department of Education standards and are taught by highly qualified and experienced staff.

Additionally, Tender Years follows PA Early Learning Standards, providing a comprehensive curriculum that includes Spanish language, American Sign Language, science, and music education. Catering to individual student needs, their ACE Customized Curriculum enhances academic experiences. Tender Years' centers are designed to provide both an educational and home-like atmosphere, with state-of-the-art age-appropriate playgrounds.

The centers prioritize safety and hygiene, with daily professional cleaning. Nutritious meals, including breakfast and a catered hot lunch, are provided every day. To ensure parent satisfaction, Tender Years offers a Perfect-Match Pledge, backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Founded by Betty Krebs in 1984, Tender Years has been committed to providing Central Pennsylvania with exceptional early childhood programs. Starting with a location in Camp Hill, they expanded to Hershey and Mechanicsburg in response to the growing need for quality childcare services. Betty Krebs, a working mother herself, understood the challenges faced by working parents and used her business background and motherly instincts to create a nurturing and educational environment for children.

Choosing Tender Years means choosing a brand that values your child's development, safety, and overall well-being. Their experienced staff, comprehensive curriculum, and dedication to creating a family-like atmosphere make Tender Years a top choice for childcare and early education in Central Pennsylvania