Business Details
Christ-Centered Child Care & Early Education in Wichita
Loving Arms Child Care Center is a Christ-centered ministry dedicated to partnering with families to provide exceptional care and Christian education for children. Founded as an extension of Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church, we prioritize nurturing children's spiritual, academic, and developmental growth in a safe, loving environment. Our experienced educators design engaging, age-appropriate curricula that foster cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development while integrating daily Bible lessons.We emphasize collaboration with parents to reinforce values at home and maintain open communication through daily updates and family events. Our facility features specialized classrooms for different age groups, a dedicated gymnasium, and outdoor play areas designed to stimulate creativity and learning. With a focus on preparing children for future academic success and instilling Christian values, we serve as a trusted partner for families seeking holistic early childhood education.
Services
Infant Care
Toddler Programs
Preschool Education
Kindergarten Preparation
Christian Curriculum
Nutrition Services
Parent Communication
Special Needs Support
Before/After School Care
Summer Programs
Highlights and features
- We offer daily Bible lessons and Christian values integration across all programs
- Our experienced educators maintain low student-teacher ratios for personalized attention
- We provide age-specific classrooms with developmentally appropriate curricula
- We maintain open communication with parents through daily updates and digital tools
- Our facility includes specialized learning spaces and outdoor play environments
What people say
Christian environment
Dedicated teachers
Daily communication
Character development
Special programs
Services
Infant Care
Our infant program serves children from 6 weeks to 1 year with a 1:3 caregiver ratio. We provide structured play, sensory activities, and Bible time while maintaining regular feeding and rest schedules. Caregivers respond promptly to individual needs while fostering early developmental milestones through personalized attention and nurturing interactions.
Toddler Programs
Designed for 1-2.5 year olds, our toddler program maintains a 1:5 caregiver ratio with sensory play, motor skill development, and early potty training support. Daily activities include music, art, and Bible time while encouraging independence through self-help skills and structured routines that promote social and emotional growth.
Kindergarten Preparation
Our Teal Room program prepares 4-5 year olds for kindergarten with literacy, math, and phonics centers. With a 1:12 teacher ratio, we focus on academic readiness through learning centers while developing gross motor skills in our gym and outdoor play areas. Daily Bible lessons reinforce character development and spiritual growth.
Christian Curriculum
We integrate Christian teachings throughout our curriculum with daily Bible time, chapel services, and values-based instruction. Children learn Bible stories through interactive lessons and memory work while developing understanding of forgiveness, empathy, and Christian character traits that shape their daily interactions and moral development.
Parent Communication
We maintain open communication through daily information sheets, digital calendars, and special events like Muffins with Moms. Parents receive regular updates about their child's activities, meals, and developmental progress while participating in family programs that strengthen home-school partnerships and community connections.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We serve children from 6 weeks old through 5 years old in age-specific classrooms with appropriate staff ratios.
Is your program faith-based?
Yes, we are a Confessional Lutheran child care center with daily Bible lessons and Christian values integrated throughout our curriculum.
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM with scheduled holidays and teacher training days.
Do you provide meals?
Yes, we provide breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks with accommodations for special dietary needs and allergies.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use daily information sheets, digital calendars, email updates, and special family events to maintain open communication.
What makes your program unique?
Our Christ-centered approach combines academic preparation with spiritual development in a nurturing environment with experienced educators.
