Preschool

Our ministry is Bible-based and designed to meet the developmental needs and characteristics of preschoolers from birth through age five.

Our scopes of learning are: God, Jesus, Bible, Church, Family, Others, Self,
and Natural World. We strive to involve the children, depending on their ages,
in various creative activities. We offer preschool classes at 8:15,
9:30, and 11:00am for every stage of your child’s development.

First Time Visitors

Sherry Barnes | 850.476.2233 | sbarnes@hillcrestchurch.com

The Preschool Ministry is for all children from newborns up through age 5 and is available during all worship gatherings. It is our desire to come alongside parents in nurturing the faith of their children. Our responsibility is to model and teach Biblical truth in prayer, God-centered storytelling and worship.
What to Expect- We have parking especially designated for Preschool parents and First Time Visitors, located directly in front of the Generations Building. When you first arrive please come to the Preschool Desk. We will ask you to fill out a brief Registration Form. In order to ensure safety we have a check-in/out system that is photo and finger scan based. Doors to the Garden will open 15 minutes before each service. You will want to arrive a couple minutes prior. We know that leaving your child for the first time can be overwhelming. We offer pagers with text messaging capability, which provides more information than traditional vibrating pagers. All of our volunteers have completed a background screening.

Life Groups | Sundays | 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00am

Infants, Crawlers, New Walkers (12-17mo.), Toddlers (18-24mo.), Two’s, Three’s,
and Four’s Preschool Life Groups are small groups of preschoolers that meet
Sunday mornings to build friendships and learn about God’s love.

AWANA | Wednesdays | 6:30p | Preschool Garden

Sherry Barnes | 850.476.2233 x21 | sbarnes@hillcrestchurch.com

Registration for AWANA CLUBS at Hillcrest is available online. Click here to register your child for the 2011-2012 AWANA year.

Based on II Timothy 2:15, we believe that “Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed of the Gospel of Christ.” We strive to equip preschoolers with the Word of God through application and memorization of Scripture.

Baby Dedication

CONGRATULATIONS on the birth of your new baby! In the midst of all that is changing in your home with the addition of your new baby, we invite you to take a moment to focus on what really matters most.
No one will have more influence on your child than YOU! We believe that what happens at home is more important than what happens at church. It is our hope that we can partner with you from the beginning. We want to be your biggest fans, your strongest supporters, and your trusted guides as you raise your child to know what it means to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

We believe it is important to take some time in the beginning of your journey as a parent to really think about what will matter the most in the life of your child; to really talk together and decide what you can do today that will have the greatest impact on your child’s future.

The Process- In order to participate in a Baby Dedication, you must either be a member of our church, a member of a Life Group or Home Group, or serving with us as a volunteer on one of our ministry teams. We feel like these criterion are important as a first step for you as parents to understand what we believe and for us to truly be able to partner with you in the spiritual development of your child.
For more information on joining a Life Group or Home Group click here.
For more information on serving as a volunteer click here.

  • Step 1: Listen to three parenting messages available online. A CD is available of these messages at the Preschool Desk as well.

  • Step 2: Make an appointment with the Preschool Director.
  • Step 3: We would love for you and your family to participate with us in a time of dedication and celebration.

Mom’s Day Out

Amy Labertew | 850.476.2233 | alabertew@hillcrestchurch.com

Mom’s Day Out is a Christian based preschool program for children ages one through four. Children receive loving care while participating in creative learning activities based on biblical principles. We also share a common commitment to helping each child develop fully; physically, socially, emotionally, and cognitively. Each child is valued as a unique individual with a unique learning style.
All activities are developmentally appropriate for the age level of the children using them and take into account the difference as which children mature.

  • Days | Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday of each week according to the Escambia County School Calendar.
  • Hours | 9:00a – 1:00p

Enrollment:

Children must be one by September 1 of the school year. This is also the date that is used for promotions. Children will be placed in the age group for the age they are on September 1 of the school year.

Registration Fee:

$50/non-refundable

Tuition:

$145/month. Due on the first school day of each month.

Volunteers

Serving as a Parent:
We ask that each preschool parent serve on a rotating basis to supplement weekly teachers in the classroom.

Opportunities to serve on Sunday mornings:

All positions require a background check.

Check-in/out Team- The Check-in/out Team assists children and their families with the check-in/out process by gathering information, assigning a classroom and inputting the information into Parent Pager.

Greeters- Greeters welcome preschoolers and their family, as well as providing assistance and direction to their assigned classroom.

Life Group Leaders- Preschool Life Group Leaders provide spiritual leadership and form a mentoring relationship with the children in their group. You should expect 1-2 hours of class preparation. An application and training is required.

Life Group Helpers- Preschool Life Group Helpers assist the Leader in classroom management. There is no preparation required. An application and training is required.

Opportunities to serve on Wednesday Nights:

All positions require a background check.

Childcare Workers- Childcare workers provide care for Infants and Toddlers from 5:45-8:20 on Wednesday nights. This is a paid position. We do have other days to work that are available throughout the year. An application, an Interview and training are required.

Green Hands

Childcare Reimbursement

These green hands indicate approved Childcare Reimbursable events. The graphic is also a link to the PDF form. Download this form and complete it within 14 days of the approved event.
Childcare Reimbursement Form (PDF) Download