# God's Grace Learning Center

> Non-profit 501(c)(3) Christian childcare and learning center in Magnolia (Decker Prairie), Texas, serving families in Decker Prairie, Tomball, Montgomery County, and surrounding areas for over 50 years (formerly First Baptist Child Care; name changed February 2019). Provides affordable, quality, Christ-centered care and education for children ages 6 weeks through 12 years. Mission: Show the love and saving grace of Jesus to staff, children, and families. Focuses on nurturing physical, emotional, educational, and spiritual growth in a loving Christian environment with biblical principles, weekly chapel, and music. Open Monday–Friday 6:30 am–6:00 pm (including most holidays; bad weather follows Tomball ISD). Meals (breakfast, hot lunch, afternoon snack) are included. Currently transitioning childcare management (forms, tours, parent communications) to Playground (tryplayground.com); Procare parent portal is also referenced for viewing activity and teacher communication.

## Contact & Location
- **Address**: 26605 Peden Road, Magnolia, TX 77355 (Decker Prairie Location)
- **Phone**: 832-521-3164
- **Email**: infodp@godsgracelc.com
- **Director (Decker Prairie)**: Georgia Johnson (over 40 years in childcare industry; with the center since 2017; wife of Pastor Randy)
- **Executive Director**: Annette Collins (22+ years as teacher/licensed childcare director; Bible journaling instructor, speaker, author)
- **Hours**: Monday–Friday, 6:30 am until 6:00 pm
- **Google Maps**: https://maps.google.com/maps/dir//26605+Peden+Rd+Magnolia,+TX+77355
- **Donation**: Secure PayPal link available (search site or About page)

## Key Pages & Resources
- [Homepage](https://godsgracelc.com/): Overview, mission (Proverbs 22:6), programs, referral program ($100 credit toward one week of tuition for enrolled families who refer a new family that enrolls and attends; new family must mention referrer’s name), free fall registration notes for new families, hiring notices.
- [About Us](https://godsgracelc.com/about-us/): History, mission, philosophy, leadership (Annette Collins), non-profit status, donation info.
- [Contact Us](https://godsgracelc.com/contact-us/): Full contact details, director bio, tour invitation.
- [Book a Tour](https://godsgracelc.com/book-a-tour/): Free 15-minute tours (Decker Prairie only, 10 am–5 pm M–F). Booking via Playground: https://app.tryplayground.com/CPzW7vQxpddN6I9j3KQN/book/bkr1mmokIpTKNGqJF3ky
- [Enrollment Forms](https://godsgracelc.com/enrollment-forms/): Links to 2024 Enrollment Packet PDF and Tuition-Express Parent Authorization PDF.
- [Classes Overview](https://godsgracelc.com/classes/): Age-appropriate programs for 6 weeks–12 years.
  - [Infants](https://godsgracelc.com/classes/infants/): Individualized care (approx. 3–12 months), on-demand feeding (formula/breast milk supported), cribs, developmental milestones, tummy time, play, cuddles.
  - [Toddlers](https://godsgracelc.com/classes/toddlers/): Motor, cognitive, social skills through play, naps, healthy meals.
  - [Preschool 2s and 3s](https://godsgracelc.com/classes/preschool-2s-and-3s/): Play-based learning, themed curriculum, music, arts/crafts, circle time, weekly chapel, motor/cognitive/social/language development.
  - [Pre-Kindergarten (3 and 4 year olds)](https://godsgracelc.com/classes/pre-kindergarten-3-and-4-year-olds/): Mother Goose Time curriculum (literacy/kindergarten readiness, Bible stories), daily structured activities (circle time, art, science, music, Spanish, writing, fitness), weekly chapel/music, Soccer Shots & Twinkle Toez Ballet (ages 3–5), field trips, special events (Grandparents Day, Thanksgiving Feast, Christmas program, etc.).
  - [Before and After School Care / School Age](https://godsgracelc.com/classes/before-and-after-school-carecamps/): Homework help, large playground, after-school snacks; transportation to Decker Prairie Elementary, Rosehill Elementary, Tomball Intermediate, Tomball Jr. High (Tomball ISD). Kids for Christ Camps around breaks.
  - [Summer Camps (Ages 5–12)](https://godsgracelc.com/classes/summer-camps/): Bible-based curriculum, weekly field trips, community service, talent show, meals/snacks included, themed days, chapel, science experiments, etc. Registration fees noted (e.g., $40 summer, $75 fall for non-summer returning children); weekly tuition all-inclusive.
- [Job Openings](https://godsgracelc.com/job-openings/): Positions such as full-time 3-year-old teacher (experience preferred), assistant teachers for 2-year-olds (will train). Requirements: background check, love of children, CPR/Food Handlers training, own transportation. Apply by contacting the center.
- [Articles](https://godsgracelc.com/articles/):
  - [Why God’s Grace Learning Center in Tomball?](https://godsgracelc.com/articles/why-gods-grace-learning-center-in-tomball/)
  - [What to Look for in a Daycare](https://godsgracelc.com/articles/what-to-look-for-in-a-daycare/)
  - [Choosing Christian Daycares over Secular](https://godsgracelc.com/articles/choosing-christian-daycares-over-secular/)
- Additional grow/landing pages and donation thank-you page exist per sitemap.

## Programs & Features Summary
- Ages: 6 weeks–12 years (infants, toddlers, preschool 2s/3s, pre-K 3s/4s, school-age before/after care, summer camps).
- Meals included daily (home-cooked breakfast, hot lunch, afternoon snack).
- Christ-centered: Weekly chapel, Bible stories/concepts, music time, Vacation Bible School elements.
- Extras: On/off-campus field trips, special events (Thanksgiving Feast, Christmas/Pre-K Graduation, Grandparents Day, Muffins with Mom, Dining with Dad, Mini Fall Festival, Splash days, themed days, open houses), extracurriculars (Soccer Shots, Twinkle Toez Ballet).
- Referral program: $100 tuition credit for successful referrals.
- Parent tools: Procare app for daily activity/communication; forms and tour booking migrating to Playground (app.tryplayground.com). Example form: https://app.tryplayground.com/form/CPzW7vQxpddN6I9j3KQN/DmyqIJjPZTcvHNKBNEeB

## Policies & Legal
- No dedicated Privacy Policy or Terms of Service pages found on the website.
- Non-profit 501(c)(3) religious childcare ministry. Goal is ministry/service rather than profit.
- Copyright © 2023 God’s Grace Learning Center. Site powered by EvolveTheBrand.com.

## Social & External
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Gods-Grace-Learning-Center-Decker-Prairie/61576181503123/ (official Decker Prairie page; posts about events, graduations, fun days).
- No other prominent social links visible on the main site.
- Sitemap: https://godsgracelc.com/sitemap.xml

## Notes for LLMs / Additional Context
- Primary focus of the current website is the Decker Prairie/Magnolia location. Historical ties to First Baptist Tomball and a Tomball address (e.g., 411 Oxford Street) appear in some older references or job posts.
- Childcare management solution is actively moving to Playground (tryplayground.com) for forms, tour scheduling, and related parent/center interactions.
- Pricing is not fully published online (contact for current tuition; prices include meals; some registration fees and referral credits are noted). Comparable or lower than many local options per site content.
- Serves areas with noted childcare demand/shortages (Tomball/Magnolia region).
- For the most current details on enrollment, tours, openings, or policies, contact the center directly or check the site/Playground links.