Introduction

Welcome to Fort Indiantown Gap, located between Harrisburg and Fredericksburg, Pennsylvania. When moving to a new area, a parent’s top priority is taking care of their family and figuring out where to enroll your children in school is right at the top of that list. This guide is here to help you figure out where to start.

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Schools on Fort Indiantown Gap

Fort Indiantown Gap is a National Guard training center and there are no schools on the installation itself. For any questions, contact your Fort Indiantown Gap School Liaison Office.

Fort Indiantown Gap Elementary Schools

Students in grades K-5 will need to attend off-post schools which are listed below.

Fort Indiantown Gap Middle Schools

Students in grades 6-8 will need to attend off-post schools which are listed below.

Fort Indiantown Gap High Schools

Students in grades 9-12 will need to attend off-post schools which are listed below.

Fort Indiantown Gap Youth Programs

The Department of the Air Force Youth Programs (YP) offers opportunities for development of young people with sports, fitness, arts, education, and recreation programs.

FITG Child and Youth Program

Bldg 14-99 Fort Indiantown Gap Anville, PA 17003

Phone

: 1 (717) 861-6289 Child and Youth Program helps families by providing programs and referrals. These include day and overnight camps, family camps, summer and teen camps, workshops, and baby bundles.

Fort Indiantown Gap Daycare and Childcare Options

There are no childcare options provided by the post, however, families can find local area options listed below.

Schools Near Fort Indiantown Gap

The Northern Lebanon School District services the immediate area around the post. The district covers 144 square miles and has a population of around 15,200. There are about 2,500 students enrolled in the district’s six schools.

Northern Lebanon School District

345 School Dr. Fredericksburg, PA 17026

Phone

: 1 (717) 865-0541 This district comprises four elementary schools, one middle school, one high school, and a V3 Academy which offers an online, flexible learning environment. It is available to both full-time students in K-12 or part-time students in grades 6-12. For a complete list of schools and contact information, click here.

Harrisburg School District

1601 State St. Harrisburg, PA 17103

Phone

: 1 (717) 703-4000 Approximately 11 miles from post, Harrisburg School District covers an area of approximately 50,000 people and is the largest school district around Fort Indiantown Gap. There are five elementary schools, five learning academies including one virtual, a high school with a main and science/tech campus.

Elementary Schools Near Fort Indiantown Gap

1. East Hanover Elementary School

District

: Northern Lebanon School District 1098 Schoolhouse Road Annville, PA 17003

Phone

: 1 (717) 865-3595

2. Lickdale Elementary School

District

: Northern Lebanon School District 40 Fisher Avenue Jonestown, PA 17038

Phone

: 1 (717) 865-4012

3. Fredericksburg Elementary School

District

: Northern Lebanon School District 119 Walnut Street Fredericksburg, PA 17026

Phone

: 1 (717) 865-0608

4. Jonestown Elementary School

District

: Northern Lebanon School District 135 South King Street Jonestown, PA 17038

Phone

: 1 (717) 865-0608

5. Ben Franklin Elementary School

District

: Harrisburg School District 1205 North Sixth Street Harrisburg, PA 17102

Phone

: 1 (717) 703-1200

6. Downey Elementary School

District

: Harrisburg School District 1313 Monroe Street Harrisburg, PA 17103

Phone

: 1 (717) 703-1240

7. Foose Elementary School

District

: Harrisburg School District 1301 Sycamore Street Harrisburg, PA 17104

Phone

: 1 (717) 703-1280

8. Melrose Elementary School

District

: Harrisburg School District 2041 Berryhill Street Harrisburg, PA 17104

Phone

: 1 (717) 703-1440

9. Scott Elementary School

District

: Harrisburg School District 1900 Derry Street Harrisburg, PA 17104

Phone

: 1 (717) 703-4560

Middle Schools Near Fort Indiantown Gap

1. Northern Lebanon Middle School

District

: Northern Lebanon School District 345 School Drive Fredericksburg, PA 17026

Phone

: 1 (717) 865-1537

High Schools Near Fort Indiantown Gap

1. Northern Lebanon High School

District

: Northern Lebanon School District 345 School Drive Fredericksburg, PA 17026

Phone

: 1 (717) 865-2117

2. Harrisburg High School

District

: Harrisburg School District 2451 Market St. Harrisburg, PA 17103

Phone

: 1 (717) 703-4300

Daycare and Childcare Options Near Fort Indiantown Gap

Families can find childcare in the local community

1. Cura Bella

710 S White Oak St. Annville, PA 17003

Phone

: 1 (717) 867-4844 Cura Bella provided childcare and learning for children aged six weeks to 6th Grade at two locations in Lebanon county. The Jonestown site provides transportation to the Northern Lebanon School District elementary schools, making it a great convenient option for parents dropping off children for before school care.

2. Home Away From Home Linglestown Daycare

1409 Wenrich St. Linglestown, PA 17112

Phone

: 1 (717) 541-9829 Located closer to Harrisburg, this option is on the way to the post. Providing learning, arts and crafts, structured programs and projects, artistic development through song and dance, this interactive and nurturing environment is a wonderful and supportive environment to help parents.

Conclusion

The Fredericksburg/Harrisburg areas is a great, family friendly area with good schools, lots of options, and lots of space. Getting your children enrolled and settled is important for both their well-being and the readiness of your unit. Be sure to reach out to your unit for any questions to help guide you in your transition.