You want to provide the best early childhood experience for children and their parents. But you don’t have easy access to high-quality training. We provide you with relevant, research-based, and Biblically-sound training and on-demand courses so that you and your staff can confidently care for and teach young children.
Start Strong: Simple Ways to Connect Preschool Families to the Church
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Hey Reader! Your Preschool Is a Front Porch to the Church A new school year brings new families—many of them looking for connection, encouragement, and purpose. You have a built-in opportunity: help families take one step closer to Christ. Why it matters: Families might enroll for safety, academics, or convenience, but God can use your preschool to reach their hearts. Let’s be intentional from day one. 1. Make it personalA flyer isn’t enough. A warm invitation from a trusted teacher or director goes further. Try this: “We’re having a family night at church this Sunday—come join us!” 2. Plan a Preschool SundayEarly in the year, invite preschool families to a special church service just for them. Ideas:
This simple act says: You belong here. 3. Offer “in-between” eventsNot everyone’s ready for Sunday. Try low-pressure, high-welcome events:
Small gatherings build big trust. 4. Make the church visibleDon’t wait for families to walk in—walk toward them. Ideas:
Let families see the church’s heart. 5. Pray like it matters (because it does)Your work is ministry. Every greeting, every event, every connection is Kingdom work.Ask your church to:
Want more? The bottom line: Let’s start strong—and stay faithful. Cheering you on this week! -Your ECCN team
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Early Childhood Christian Network
You want to provide the best early childhood experience for children and their parents. But you don’t have easy access to high-quality training. We provide you with relevant, research-based, and Biblically-sound training and on-demand courses so that you and your staff can confidently care for and teach young children.
Hey Reader! “They don’t learn to regulate by being told to “calm down.” They learn by being calmed with.” - source Stop for a moment. Have you ever thought about the fact that no one is born knowing how to “calm down”? We all learn how to “calm down” in our early years by the interactions and relationships we have from the very beginning! How can you help a child learn how to calm down in your classroom? We loved these 5 tips from THIS article: Stay close: Your physical presence is grounding....
Hey Reader! These first few weeks of school are tough, aren’t they? Let’s talk about separation anxiety. Children are wired for attachment — God made all of us to need each other, trust each other, and rely on each other. So when the person they’ve depended on suddenly turns around and walks away? That can feel terrifying. Right now, your littles are learning: That you are safe That their classroom is safe That you will help meet their needs That their parent always comes back And that it can...
Hey Reader! You are shaping hearts and minds. As early educators in Christian childcare, your work matters deeply. Between lesson plans and diaper changes, remember these three powerful foundations: 1. Relationships = Trust Children thrive when they feel safe, seen, and loved. This starts with you. Consistent, compassionate care reflects God’s love and builds trust—especially in these early weeks. We talked about it last week, but it’s still the top priority this week! 2. Environment =...