Kids

wayside kids: Birth - 5th Grade

The Wayside Kids team believes it is important to build a foundation of faith in the kids God brings our way. We purpose to see their faith lead them to a life of devotion to Jesus and inspire them to be His world changers. While your kids are in our care, they are taught in a safe environment by trained and loving teachers. Below are opportunities we provide for your children on Sundays and midweek.

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SUNDAY MORNINGS | 9:15 & 11 AM


NURSERY

BIRTH - 24 MONTHS

The nursery is a cooperative effort of paid childcare workers assisted by parents and volunteers. Our goal is to provide a loving, secure environment for babies and toddlers. Children must be 2-years-old by September 1 in order to move into our preschool ministry.

For parents desiring to take their babies to the church service, there are family needs rooms in the rear of the Worship Center on both campuses. Please note that these rooms are not completely sound-proof.

ELEMENTARY | 9:15 AM

1ST - 5TH GRADE

The elementary staff and teachers are dedicated to presenting God's plan of salvation through Christ by helping kids develop skills in prayer and Bible reading, encouraging children to worship, and developing a missional and service-focused mindset.

At 9:15 AM Elementary students are taking a chronological journey through scripture using The Gospel Project curriculum. As they spend time in both the Old and New Testaments, they will see the big story of scripture with Jesus at the center. 

PRESCHOOL

2 YEARS - PRE-K

Our preschool classes are designed for children age 2 (as of September 1) through pre-kindergarten. Our aim is to help kids develop a positive, receptive attitude toward God, the Bible, and church through stories, games, crafts, and music.

Preschoolers will experience Sunday school in a fun meaningful way through Gospel Light’s preschool Sunday school curriculum.

ELEMENTARY | 11 AM

1ST - 5TH GRADE

The elementary staff and teachers are dedicated to presenting God's plan of salvation through Christ by helping kids develop skills in prayer and Bible reading, encouraging children to worship, and developing a missional and service-focused mindset.

At 11 AM, 1st-3rd graders combine for 3·2·1 Gather, where Gospel Project Extended builds on the Bible lesson and includes worship and missions. Our 4th and 5th graders participate in Grapple, a program designed for preteens, where they will learn how to search the Bible for answers and build a faith foundation that guides wise choices.

MIDWEEK ACTIVITIES


AWANA

Wayside’s Awana Clubs reach students with the gospel and train them to know, love, and serve Christ. Awana is a blend of Bible teaching, scripture memorization, and fun for kids from kindergarten through senior high, along with their families. Younger kids may attend if a parent is serving in Awana.

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GOD & ME

God & me is a mid-week children’s program designed to teach 3- to 5-year-olds (as of September 1) who God is and who it is He wants them to be. Kids learn through stories, games, songs, and crafts on Tuesday or Wednesday mornings while mom is in Bible study.

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CULTIVATE KIDS

OCT - MAY | 1st & 3rd Thursdays
9:30 - 11:30 AM (Registration Required)

This program is for kids whose moms are attending Cultivate. Kids birth through Kinder spend time together learning about God, playing games, making crafts, and more!

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for parents

Our aim is to provide a safe, nurturing environment and help each family feel secure entrusting us with their children.
If you have additional questions, please email Kids@waysidechapel.org or call 210.344.1203 so we can help.


The Wayside Kids team desires to provide parents effective discipleship tools for use at home. We hope these resources will help you as you strive to root your children in God's Word.