Beliefs
History & Mission:
Laurel Church Preschool was formed after recognizing a need for a Jesus-centered preschool in the Laurel Community. Laurel Church aims to build a community that is built around Jesus, and that mission starts with loving the smallest members of Christ’s family. The purpose is to provide research-based, play focused education that encourages whole child development in a safe, nurturing, and Jesus-centered environment.
Philosophy:
Laurel Church Preschool believes preschool programs play an essential role in the lives of young families - both in providing necessary care and in supporting children in their development - and we take that responsibility to heart. Our program is designed to meet the spiritual, intellectual, physical, social, and emotional needs of each child. It is our belief that children learn best through play and when they feel safe and loved. Our goal is to provide opportunities for children to be curious and creative, to form friendships, to exercise initiative, to develop self-control, and to gain self-confidence in a fun, structured environment - all while building a solid educational foundation that is rooted in Christ’s love for us.
Statement of Belief:
Laurel Church Preschool believes in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible. And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, begotten from the Father before all ages, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made; of the same essence as the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven; he became incarnate by the Holy Spirit and the virgin Mary, and was made human. He was crucified for us under Pontius Pilate;
he suffered and was buried. The third day he rose again, according to the Scriptures. He ascended to heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again with glory to judge the living and the dead. His kingdom will never end. And we believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life. He proceeds from the Father and the Son, and with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified. He spoke through the prophets. We believe in one church. We affirm one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look forward to the resurrection of the dead, and to life in the world to come. Amen.
Laurel Church Preschool was formed after recognizing a need for a Jesus-centered preschool in the Laurel Community. Laurel Church aims to build a community that is built around Jesus, and that mission starts with loving the smallest members of Christ’s family. The purpose is to provide research-based, play focused education that encourages whole child development in a safe, nurturing, and Jesus-centered environment.
Philosophy:
Laurel Church Preschool believes preschool programs play an essential role in the lives of young families - both in providing necessary care and in supporting children in their development - and we take that responsibility to heart. Our program is designed to meet the spiritual, intellectual, physical, social, and emotional needs of each child. It is our belief that children learn best through play and when they feel safe and loved. Our goal is to provide opportunities for children to be curious and creative, to form friendships, to exercise initiative, to develop self-control, and to gain self-confidence in a fun, structured environment - all while building a solid educational foundation that is rooted in Christ’s love for us.
Statement of Belief:
Laurel Church Preschool believes in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible. And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, begotten from the Father before all ages, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made; of the same essence as the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven; he became incarnate by the Holy Spirit and the virgin Mary, and was made human. He was crucified for us under Pontius Pilate;
he suffered and was buried. The third day he rose again, according to the Scriptures. He ascended to heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again with glory to judge the living and the dead. His kingdom will never end. And we believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life. He proceeds from the Father and the Son, and with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified. He spoke through the prophets. We believe in one church. We affirm one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look forward to the resurrection of the dead, and to life in the world to come. Amen.
Teacher
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MacKenzie Granger
Director & Lead Teacher MacKenzie grew up in Laurel and attended Meridian School District from Kindergarten to 12th grade. She graduated from Meridian High School as valedictorian and then attended Central Washington University to study education. She graduated summa cum laude with her bachelor’s in Elementary Education and a minor in Literacy. She later received her master’s degree in Elementary Education from Walden University. MacKenzie taught elementary education for 5 years. She then worked as the Early Childhood Director for Christ the King in Bellingham for 3.5 years. MacKenzie is married to Tommy, a Bellingham Police Officer, and together they have two little ones of their own, Jaxson and Stella. MacKenzie loves to work in her yard, ride her horse Rocky, and read. MacKenzie is excited to combine her love of Jesus, her passion for teaching preschooler’s, and her heart for Laurel community as director of Laurel Church Preschool. |
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Structure of Classes
Laurel Church Preschool offers two class options for the 2025-2026 school year. Our P3 class is for 3 year olds who have had their 3rd birthday by September 1, 2025. Our P4 class is for 4 year olds who have had their 4th birthday by September 1, 2025. All children must be fully potty trained and using the toilet independently. All students must adhere to the state immunization requirements (see "Parent Resources" tab for more info).
P3
9:15am-12:30pm
Tue/Thur
Nine payments of $150
P4
9:15am-12:30pm
Mon/Wed/Fri
Nine payments of $200
P3
9:15am-12:30pm
Tue/Thur
Nine payments of $150
P4
9:15am-12:30pm
Mon/Wed/Fri
Nine payments of $200