Family Registration
If you would like your children to participate in the Kids gathering on Sundays, please fill out a Family Registration form (currently via Google Forms) or register your children directly at the Check-Ins station on Sunday.
Sunday Morning Check-In
We will have a family check ins table on the lobby level of the church building (walk in through the doors and look to the right). This is where you can 1) register a new family or family member, 2) update your current information, and/or 3) check your children in for Kids Church. The check ins table will be open from 9:30am to about 10:30am, or whenever kids are dismissed.
Dropping children off (Nursery - 5th Grade):
- Kids Church check in begins after the worship portion of the gathering ends.
- Once children are dismissed, please make sure they are checked in and have the electronically printed name tags.
- Make your way downstairs to the ENCS Kids Church area via the stairwell to the right of the main entrance.
- Upon arriving at the bottom of the stairs, drop your children off in the large open area. We will have a group huddle before we break into our classrooms.
- You can pick your children up in this same location immediately after the worship gathering ends, starting with the youngest to oldest.
Dropping children off (Middle School):
- Middle School meets in the Lounge room, located directly across the lobby off the main entrance after the worship portion of the gathering ends. There will be an announcement made letting parents know to drop their children off.
- Check your child in with the Middle School mentor. There will be 1 middle school parent assigned to check in with the middle school students each Sunday.
Picking children up after the gathering:
- As soon as the gathering has concluded, bring your parent tag downstairs to the Kids Church area to pick up your children. If you wish to socialize after the gathering, make sure one parent or guardian is picking up immediately after.
- Parents or guardians will need to show their parent tag to the Teacher before he/she can release your children back to you. If you have kids in multiple classes, start by picking up your youngest child.
- Meet your middle schooler in the Lounge.
Hygiene Practices
Basic infection prevention measures are implemented at the building at all times. Children and adults should wash their hands for at least 20 seconds with soap and water frequently throughout their time in the building. Hand-sanitizer dispensers (that use sanitizers of greater than 60% alcohol) are at entrances and multiple locations in the building to be used for hand hygiene in place of soap and water, as long as hands are not visibly soiled.
Children and adults should clean their hands in the following occasions:
Children and adults should clean their hands in the following occasions:
- When arriving at the building
- After going to the bathroom
- After sneezing or blowing their nose
- When disposing of tissues in provided trash receptacles
- Before leaving the Kids Church area
Sick Policy
The Committee of Control of Infectious Diseases of the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that a child should not leave home when any of the following symptoms exist:
If you or your child has tested positive for Covid-19, please rest at home until the quarantine period has passed and you/your child are symptom free. If you or your child has recently been exposed to or have been in close contact with someone who tested positive for Covid-19 within the last 5 days, please consider keeping your child home until you/your child are in the clear.
Symptoms include:
- Cloudy mucus
- Fever (over 100.5 F degrees)
- Vomiting or diarrhea within the last 24 hours
- Any symptoms of childhood diseases such as scarlet fever, measles, mumps, chickenpox, or whooping cough
- Common cold - from onset through one week
- Sore throat
- Croup
- Any unexplained rash
- Any skin infection - boils, ringworm, or impetigo
- Untreated pink eye or other eye infections
- Any communicable disease
- Lice, including the presence of eggs or nits
If you or your child has tested positive for Covid-19, please rest at home until the quarantine period has passed and you/your child are symptom free. If you or your child has recently been exposed to or have been in close contact with someone who tested positive for Covid-19 within the last 5 days, please consider keeping your child home until you/your child are in the clear.
Symptoms include:
- Fever over 100 degrees
- Cough
- Fatigue
- Shortness of breath
- Muscle or body aches
- Difficulty breathing
- Headache
- Congestion or running nose
- A recent loss of taste and smell
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Sore throat
Mask Policy
Masks are optional for adults and children. We ask that you respect everyone’s personal decisions.
Bathroom & Diaper Policy
For the safety of our children and accountability for all, we ask parents to be the ones to take their children to the bathroom and change diapers. Please take your children to use the bathroom before check in. In the event that they need to use the bathroom during the gathering, we will text message the parent contact information we have on the printed name tag.
We ask that parents change their child’s diaper. We will text you to the Nursery if your child’s diaper leaks or if he/she has a poopy diaper. We have some emergency diapers and wipes on hand, but please bring your own to use.
We ask that parents change their child’s diaper. We will text you to the Nursery if your child’s diaper leaks or if he/she has a poopy diaper. We have some emergency diapers and wipes on hand, but please bring your own to use.
Adult : Children Ratio (Nursery only)
For the sake of teachers and the wellness of your child, we will maintain the child : adult ratio in the nursery as 1 Adult : 3 Children. We will always have 2 teachers assigned to the Nursery, with the hope of consistently having 3 teachers each week. In the event that we hit our ratio, we may ask you to keep your child with you. If you are a parent of a nursery child, we can permit you to stay with us as long as we don’t exceed the room limit of 12 people.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I prepare my child for the ENCS Kids Church gathering?
We suggest having an intentional conversation about why it matters to come together in community to worship God on Sundays. You can also discuss what Sundays will look like, how they are to obey their teachers, and be open to friendship with other children of all ages. Take a moment to pray together so their hearts can be prepared to hear from the Lord.
We suggest having an intentional conversation about why it matters to come together in community to worship God on Sundays. You can also discuss what Sundays will look like, how they are to obey their teachers, and be open to friendship with other children of all ages. Take a moment to pray together so their hearts can be prepared to hear from the Lord.
Q: How are the age groups broken out?
Currently, we have enough teachers/leaders to have 4 different age groups.
Currently, we have enough teachers/leaders to have 4 different age groups.
- NURSERY: Children ages 6 months (if they can sit on their own) up to 2.5-3 years old. We assess the child’s level of comfort and ability to be with older children before we move them up to Preschool class, on a case by case basis.
- PRESCHOOL: Children ages 3 to 5 years old. This class consists of children who are aging out of the Nursery setting, but not yet able to read or write on their own. We will assess their ability to be a part of the elementary class when they are approaching or are 6 years old, on a case by case basis.
- ELEMENTARY: Children ages 6 to 11 years old. This class consists of children who are able to read and write, from K/1 to 5th grade. Once a child enters 6th grade, we will move them up to the Middle School group.
- MIDDLE SCHOOL: Children in grades 6-8. This group is currently student led (by a high schooler) and supervised by a rotating group of Middle School parents.
Q: What does a typical Sunday morning look like for the kids?
Currently, we have enough teachers/leaders to have 4 different age groups.
Currently, we have enough teachers/leaders to have 4 different age groups.
- Nursery children will have plenty of playtime, spend some time learning a memory verse with motions, hear the Bible story of the week and color a sheet that goes along with it, and get prayed for.
- In the Preschool (ages 3-5) and Elementary (6-11years old) classes, we will start off with a large group time where we share announcements and introduce the memory verse or theme of the week. Then, the children will break off into their classes and do Bible studies and activities that go with the week’s lesson. Every 2-3 months, we focus on a quarterly theme based on 4 Habits of being a disciple of Christ, which further breaks down into monthly themes and weekly lessons. Every few months, we will host a community event or party in lieu of the lesson (ex: Easter celebration or Advent party).
- Middle school students meet to SOAP (bible study method) the passage that is being taught in the adult congregation and then break out into game and fellowship time to build friendship and pray for each other. Middle school gathers the 1st-3rd Sunday and on the 4th Sunday, they break out to serve in different ministries.
Q: Can I volunteer with ENCS Kids?
YES! We’d love to have you with us. You can volunteer as admin support, parent helper, classroom lead teacher or assistant teacher, or mentor. We ask that you be known in the community and gathering with ENCS for over 3 months. All teachers commit to serve every other week for a minimum of six months. Nursery teachers can serve once a month for six months. Interest form here.
YES! We’d love to have you with us. You can volunteer as admin support, parent helper, classroom lead teacher or assistant teacher, or mentor. We ask that you be known in the community and gathering with ENCS for over 3 months. All teachers commit to serve every other week for a minimum of six months. Nursery teachers can serve once a month for six months. Interest form here.
Q: Where can I learn more about the curriculum that is used in the classroom?
We send out curriculum overviews each month through the Parent Newsletter. If you are not subscribed to the newsletter, email Angie (angie@everynationseattle.org) to be added. We are currently using a customized version of the Grow Curriculum, volume 5.
We send out curriculum overviews each month through the Parent Newsletter. If you are not subscribed to the newsletter, email Angie (angie@everynationseattle.org) to be added. We are currently using a customized version of the Grow Curriculum, volume 5.
Q: We missed last Sunday! Are there electronic copies of the parent handout?
Yes! Contact your child’s teacher to get a copy of the handout that you missed.
Yes! Contact your child’s teacher to get a copy of the handout that you missed.
Q: Who can pick up my child from Kids Church?
Only a parent or guardian who has the TAG # that you received upon check-in may pick up your child.
Only a parent or guardian who has the TAG # that you received upon check-in may pick up your child.
Q: When should I pick up my child?
If parents desire to pick up their child, they may do so at any time of their choosing. However, we encourage families to wait until the close of gathering before picking up the children. Please make sure that the parent picking up the child has the parent tag with them.
If parents desire to pick up their child, they may do so at any time of their choosing. However, we encourage families to wait until the close of gathering before picking up the children. Please make sure that the parent picking up the child has the parent tag with them.
Q: Can I stay in the classroom with my child?
Though we try to limit the adults in the kids’ space to registered volunteers, if you would like to observe your child’s class as a new or visiting family member, just let the Director know and we can make accommodations.
Though we try to limit the adults in the kids’ space to registered volunteers, if you would like to observe your child’s class as a new or visiting family member, just let the Director know and we can make accommodations.
Q: Can my child stay with me during the Sunday gathering?
Yes! If you’d like to keep your children with you during the gathering, you are more than welcome to do so. You can ask about our age-appropriate resources to help you disciple your children throughout the gathering. We want to partner with you in this!
Yes! If you’d like to keep your children with you during the gathering, you are more than welcome to do so. You can ask about our age-appropriate resources to help you disciple your children throughout the gathering. We want to partner with you in this!
Q: Are snacks provided?
Yes, we are providing snacks to our children. We will make sure kids sanitize or wash their hands prior to eating or drinking. We offer various snacks + water. If your child has allergies or food restrictions, or if you do NOT wish for your child to participate in snack time, please let your teacher know.
Yes, we are providing snacks to our children. We will make sure kids sanitize or wash their hands prior to eating or drinking. We offer various snacks + water. If your child has allergies or food restrictions, or if you do NOT wish for your child to participate in snack time, please let your teacher know.
Q: Can you change my child’s diaper?
No, our policy is that only the parent or caregiver changes a child’s diaper. We suggest doing this before dropping your child off if possible. There are several changing stations available for families to use around the building (bathrooms on both levels). If there is a need for a diaper change during the service, we will text you to come down and change your child’s diaper at that time.
No, our policy is that only the parent or caregiver changes a child’s diaper. We suggest doing this before dropping your child off if possible. There are several changing stations available for families to use around the building (bathrooms on both levels). If there is a need for a diaper change during the service, we will text you to come down and change your child’s diaper at that time.
Q: What should I do with my child’s diaper bags, coats, drinks, etc.?
We can store any items you would like us to hold on to for you in case your child needs them. However, we’d encourage you to utilize the coat racks for their outerwear and keep diaper bags and your children’s other items with you.
We can store any items you would like us to hold on to for you in case your child needs them. However, we’d encourage you to utilize the coat racks for their outerwear and keep diaper bags and your children’s other items with you.
Q: What if I don’t feel comfortable with my child attending ENCS Kids Church?
If you’re participating with the church via the livestream, and would like to partner in helping your children feel a part of the gathering please let us know! While we have ceased Kids Church specific online activities and gatherings, we are wholly committed to partnering with you to joyfully teach, show, and model who God is and what He has done for us through the person and work of Christ. Leading your kids in a time of family worship is one of the best choices you can make each week, and we desire to help you do just that!
If you’re participating with the church via the livestream, and would like to partner in helping your children feel a part of the gathering please let us know! While we have ceased Kids Church specific online activities and gatherings, we are wholly committed to partnering with you to joyfully teach, show, and model who God is and what He has done for us through the person and work of Christ. Leading your kids in a time of family worship is one of the best choices you can make each week, and we desire to help you do just that!
For additional questions or concerns, contact Angie Lee (Children and Family Ministries Director) at 253-389-9369 or angie@everynationseattle.org. We are happy to partner with you in the work of raising our kids in Jesus!