children's ministry

WELCOME TO EASTSIDE EXPLORERS

At Eastside, we believe children are world-changers in the making. Our passion is to help them discover God’s love, grow in their faith, and step into the future He has planned for them. As we engage with your children, our desire is for every child to feel seen, known and loved by our amazing volunteer team, as well as by their Heavenly Father.

Through our Bible-based curriculum, children explore both the Old and New Testaments, learning how God’s hand has been at work since the very beginning. Our prayer is that each child meets Jesus in a life-changing way and carries His hope and love into their homes, schools, and communities.

Children’s Ministry runs during our Sunday service.

SERVICE TIME

Sunday Mornings
09:00

Your child’s safety matters

When you arrive, our friendly welcome team will guide you to the children’s ministry area. Every child is checked in using our secure system:

  • Your child receives a printed name tag.
  • You receive a matching security tag.
  • Only the person with the security tag can collect your child after the service.

Our playground and classrooms are safe, clean, and designed for fun, learning, and friendship.

What to expect on a Sunday
  • Check-in: Opens 08:35 | Closes 09:20
  • Playtime: After check-in, children enjoy free play in our playground.
  • Worship: At 09:10, we gather together to sing and worship God.
  • Bible Time: Children move into age-specific groups for an engaging Bible story and learn how it applies to their lives.
  • Craft & Memory Verse: Each week includes a themed craft and practice of our monthly memory verse.
  • Snack: A Topper’s biscuit and juice or water are served.
  • Moola Market: On the last Sunday of each month, children can “spend” Moola they’ve earned each week for learning the memory verse. This is a fun way for the children to be encouraged and motivated to learn scripture.

special spaces

  • Toddler Room (0–3 years): Toys and activities to keep little ones happy, with a live service stream so parents don’t miss out.
  • Mothers’ Room: A quiet, comfortable space for nursing moms, also with a live service stream.

 

We can’t wait to welcome your family this Sunday and journey together as we help your children discover the joy of knowing Jesus!

age groups

Each group has a dedicated teacher and assistant. For Travellers, parents are welcome to stay until their child feels comfortable and settled.

travellers

Ages 3* - 6 (*must be potty trained)

Preschool - Grade 0

backpackers

Ages 6 turning 7 - 8

Grade 1 - 2

mission control

Ages 8 turning 9 - 12

Grade 3 - 5