What will my child experience?

Nursery

Our goal is to provide an environment where babies and toddlers feel comfortable and secure. Each room is led by caring volunteers who are focused on making sure children are cared for, loved, and accepted.

Toddlers

Beginning in the Toddlers class, we provide experiences that give children a first impression of our loving Heavenly Father and His son, Jesus.

Preschool

Preschoolers are getting their very first look at who God is and what his love means to them, so our hands-on activities, games, and stories are geared toward helping them experience and connect with the life-changing truths of the Bible.

Elementary (K-5th grade)

We seek to give K – 5th grade kids a sense of community with invested life group leaders and a creative and engaging learning environment. God’s word comes alive in both large group and life group settings.

What to Expect

Menlo Kids is a fun, safe, age-appropriate worship experience for every child, from 3 months old to 5th grade. Kids learn in creative environments that match their curiosity. Through singing, interactive Bible stories, and hands-on activities, kids discover what it means to be a follower of Jesus.

First Time With Us?

On your first visit, head straight to our Menlo Kids registration area. (Ask anyone in a lanyard and they'll direct you right to us.) Our friendly weekend hosts will meet your family and get your kiddos registered for our kiosk check-in system. After that, we will lead you and your child to their room where we will introduce your child to one of our incredible leaders and also some new friends. We want to make sure that you don’t miss a thing, so we recommend arriving 15 minutes before the service begins.

How Does Check-in Work?

When checking-in your children at a kiosk, you will receive their name tag along with two claim tickets that you will use to pick them up. As part of the check-in process in the classroom, a leader will sign your kid in on their roster. We will ask for your cell phone number so that we can contact you in case you are needed during the service.

Frequently Asked Questions

What About Safety?

We are so glad you asked! Safety is a top priority. We know you wouldn't leave your kids with just anyone. Every volunteer goes through a screening process which includes a background check, reference checks, and an interview (just to name a few things). However, Menlo Kids is more than just a physically safe place, it is also an emotional and spiritually safe place. We are a place where kids can ask tough questions and be in a relationship with leaders and other kids who support and care for each other.

When can I check my kids in?

Check-In begins 15 minutes before the beginning of each service. Prior to that, our teams are meeting and preparing for your kids.

Special Needs

Menlo Kids welcomes students of all abilities! We partner with parents to learn how we can support their child in our existing kids’ programs. If needed, a one-on-one volunteer, called a ‘buddy,’ will help kids participate in activities and interact appropriately with their same-age peers. Buddy support is available with advance notice only. If you’re interested in a buddy for your child, here’s our special needs form.

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Wellness Policy

To promote a healthy environment at Menlo Kids, we ask that you keep your child at home when any of the following are observed in your child: Fever equal to or greater than 100, runny nose, questionable rash, productive cough, diarrhea, chicken pox, measles or mumps, conjunctivitis (pink eye) or lice.If a child is being treated with antibiotics for any reason, he or she should receive treatment 24 hours before coming to Menlo Kids. Menlo Kids volunteers are unable to administer medication of any kind to your children.If a child becomes ill, or displays any of the above symptoms while in our care, we will contact you immediately.If a medical situation (beyond a little boo-boo) or illness arises and requires medical attention, you will be notified immediately.If a life-threatening illness or injury occurs, parents and emergency services will be contacted.

Serving with Menlo Kids

Interested in becoming a volunteer? Fill out our volunteer application here.

Menlo Kids Volunteer Application

Meet Our Team

Our team is here to answer any questions you might have. Click on the photo to see contact information.

Betty McFarland

Director of Menlo Kids

Child Baptism/Dedication

Baptism is available to the infants of parents who are active attendees of Menlo Church. Parents wanting to reserve baptism for the time of their child’s personal profession of faith in Christ may present their children for dedication. Baptism, whether administered to those who profess their faith or to those presented for Baptism as children, is one and the same Sacrament. The baptism of infants witnesses to the truth of God’s gracious initiative, that God loves us even before we are able to respond in faith. The baptism of adults and children witnesses to the truth that God’s grace can make us new creations at any stage of our lives.

Child Baptism/Dedication Inquiry Form

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