Our Cariboo Kids check-in desk is in the lobby! Look for our bright “Cariboo Kids” banner to the left of the Worship Center entrance

Check-in

Upon arrival at the check-in desk, if it’s your first time, a dedicated Cariboo Kids leader will kindly collect essential information from you and your child, including your cell phone number in case your child requires your attention during the service. You'll receive a name tag for your child, along with a corresponding parent pick-up tag. Our registration leader will then assist you in finding the appropriate classroom, introduce you to the teacher, and address any queries you may have.

Pick-Up Procedure

To prioritize your child's safety, please note that they will only be released when you present the parent's corresponding tag during pick-up. This ensures a secure and reassuring experience for both you and your child.

We currently use “The Gospel Project” for our Preschool and Elementary age groups. This curriculum is a Christ-centered weekly Bible study that journeys through the bible chronologically and connects everything back to “God’s plan to rescue His people through His Son, Jesus Christ.”

The Gospel Project’s main focuses:

THE GOSPEL STORY

From Genesis the Revelation, we celebrate the redemptive plan that unfolds throughout all Scripture.

GOSPEL CULTURE

We believe the gospel ultimately draws us into community and helps us develop a culture that is saturated by grace and the gospel.

GOSPEL MISSION

Good news is contagious, and The Gospel Project encourages people of all ages to live invitationally—at home and around the world.

In our Elementary (Kindergarten-Grade 5) program we introduce the children to the “Small Group Model.” Every Sunday, we come together as a large group to learn from scripture. Then, we split into mixed groups by age:

Kindergarten & Grade 1

Grade 2 & Grade 3

Grade 4 & Grade 5

Each week in small groups, the leader and the children will have a time of connection before discussing the bible story. They will talk about their weeks and collect prayer requests. The group will get to know each other and feel more comfortable as time goes on. We believe this time of prayer and connection is an essential part of young people becoming followers of Jesus.

This discipleship model requires consistent leaders. We ask our leaders to serve biweekly or weekly to foster close connections in small groups.

Our leaders are Plan to Protect® certified for the safety of your children. (Learn more: https://www.plantoprotect.com/en/about-us/)

Our main policies & procedures at Cariboo Kids:

Two Leaders

There should be a minimum of 2 leaders in a room with children, except in an emergency situation.

Open Door Policy

If 2 leaders cannot be in a room with children, there must be an open door or window to the room with a leader in the hallway.

Ratios

Nursery - 1 adult: 3 children

Preschool - 1 adult: 4-5 children

K-5 - 1 adult: 15 children

Name Tags

All children in Nursery, Preschool and Elementary programs must wear name tags at all times. Their name tags have their parent or guardian contact information and important information about allergies.

Visitors

All adult visitors must fill out a Cariboo Kids’ Observer/Visitor Sign-In form and wear a visitor badge at all times while in the rooms.

Bullying Policy

We have a zero-tolerance policy for bullying. Bullying is intentional and repetitive. If bullying has been identified, the Director will be informed and will connect with children and families involved.

Discipline and Classroom Management

Protecting the children’s emotional and physical safety is our top priority. When a child displays inappropriate behaviour, we must respond to them in a loving and intentional way. No form of physical discipline is acceptable in any of our programs.

When We Call a Parent or Guardian

Leaders will call or text parents or guardians if their child doesn’t settle after 10 minutes of distress or if there are safety or first aid concerns.