Nursery

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my child required to be in the nursery during Sunday service?

The Orchard Nursery is completely optional. Our church welcomes all children into our worship services.

What ages are children in the nursery?

The nursery cares for children ages five years and under.

What would be nice for my child to bring?

Please bring a water bottle labelled with your child’s name and anything else your child might need.

What will my child do while in the nursery?

We follow a rhythm of free play, singing, lesson time, prayer, snack time, and cleanup. Lesson materials come from our denominational publisher's “Show Me Jesus” curriculum and various storybook bibles.

What will my child eat?

Water and Goldfish are served as snacks to children 18 months and older.

What safety policies and procedures are practiced in the nursery?

Orchard's child safety policies and procedures are documented in the Orchard Children's Ministry Team Member Handbook. All Nursery Team Members receive training on the handbook, and the handbook is updated at least once a year.

A document highlighting salient policies for parents can be found here: Nursery Policies and Procedures for Parents.

How do I check in and check out my child?

A check-in / check-out station is located by the nursery. During check-in, a Nursery Team Member will provide matching security stickers for you and your child. Parents must keep their sticker and present it to the Nursery Team Member to check out their child.

How will I be contacted if I need to be reached?

Parents will be asked to leave a cell phone number when they sign in and to keep their phones nearby during service. Nursery Team Members will text parents to reach them.

Who will be caring for my child?

Nursery Team Members are Orchard regular attendees who are working through an onboarding process that includes a Live Scan background check and training in the child safety. Newer team members are paired with more experienced members when they are serving. Team members also receive ongoing training.

Are there other areas available for parents and children?

Children are invited to pick up resources from an Orchard Kids resource table. We have bulletins for preschool and elementary school-age kids, as well as other items to help kids participate in the worship service. Parents with babies can also use a crying room located in the back of the sanctuary.