Preschool
Helping families introduce little ones to Jesus and His Word.
Helping the
next generation
find life in Jesus.
Families, preschoolers, kids, and students are part of our mission. We want to help them know Jesus, grow in His Word, and learn to live on mission. Our desire is to come alongside families as they help each other find life in Jesus and purpose in His mission.
Find an answer ↓GROWING IN JESUSPreschool. Kids. Students. Academy.
Kids (K–5)
Helping families lead their kids to find life in Jesus and grow together.
Students (6th–12th)
Equipping families and students to become rooted in Jesus, grow together, and live on mission.
WEEKDAY PRESCHOOL
Summer Grove Baptist Academy
A loving, nurturing weekday preschool for children 8 weeks through 5 years old, sharing the love and hope of Jesus Christ.
Explore the Academy →YOUR QUESTIONSA little help before your next step.
For your family.
For your next step.
Start here for common questions. Our Next Generation team can help with the details for your child or student.
Email our Next Generation team ↗What is Next Generation ministry?
Next Generation includes our Preschool, Kids, and Student ministries. We come alongside families as they help one another know Jesus, become rooted in His Word, grow with His people, and live on mission.
Which ministry is right for my child?
We have Preschool, Kids, and Student ministries. Email our team with your child’s age or grade, and ask which group and schedule would be the best fit.
Ask about age groups ↗Does Summer Grove offer a weekday preschool?
Yes. Summer Grove Baptist Academy serves children from 8 weeks through 5 years old in a loving, nurturing environment centered on the love and hope of Jesus Christ.
View Academy information and tuition →When do we meet?
Our church’s Sunday Life Groups meet at 9:30 AM, with worship and Servicio en Español at 11:00 AM.
For your child’s or student’s specific ministry schedule, including any weekday gatherings, contact the Next Generation team before your visit.
Ask about ministry schedules ↗Where should our family go on our first visit?
Come to 8924 Jewella Ave in Shreveport. Park near Entrance #1 and enter there. Arrive a little early, then ask for the Welcome Center and help finding your child’s ministry area and check-in.
Plan your visit →How do check-in and pickup work?
Ask our Next Generation team for the check-in and pickup process for your child’s ministry. When you arrive, ask for help getting checked in and confirm where and how to pick up your child.
Ask about check-in & pickup ↗What if my child has an allergy or needs additional support?
Contact our team before your visit to discuss allergies, medical needs, or support that would help your child participate. We can talk through your questions and what arrangements may be available.
Start a conversation ↗Who leads these ministries?
- Ericka WoodallDirector of Preschool Ministry
- Patricia CrawfordDirector of Children’s Ministry
- Riley HuronInterim Director of Student Ministry
For general questions, email nextgen@summergrove.org.
My child has questions about faith or baptism. What’s next?
We’d love to talk with your family about trusting Jesus and taking the next step toward baptism. Use our Connect form to begin a conversation.
Talk about faith & baptism ↗How can I serve in Next Generation ministry?
Explore the Preschool, Kids, and Students teams in our Serve Team Finder. Contact the team to ask about current needs, the process for serving, and next steps.
Explore Serve Teams →LET’S TALKStill have
Still have
a question?
We’d love to help your family take the next step. Reach out to our Next Generation team.
Ask our Next Generation team ↗