Gulf Coast Church
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    • Home
    • About
      • Our Vision
      • Our Staff
      • Our Elders & Networks
      • Our Teams
      • Our Beliefs
      • Strategic Plan 2.0
    • Ministries
      • Kids
      • Youth
      • Young Adults
      • Seniors
    • GROUPS
      • On-Campus
      • Off-Campus
      • Wednesday Meals
    • MISSIONS
      • Global Missions
      • Local Missions
      • Partnerships
    • Give
    • Signups
    • Calendar
    • How To Know Jesus
    • Facility requests
    • Contact Us
  • Home
  • About
    • Our Vision
    • Our Staff
    • Our Elders & Networks
    • Our Teams
    • Our Beliefs
    • Strategic Plan 2.0
  • Ministries
    • Kids
    • Youth
    • Young Adults
    • Seniors
  • GROUPS
    • On-Campus
    • Off-Campus
    • Wednesday Meals
  • MISSIONS
    • Global Missions
    • Local Missions
    • Partnerships
  • Give
  • Signups
  • Calendar
  • How To Know Jesus
  • Facility requests
  • Contact Us

We exist to Know God, Build Community, Live Free & Leave Legacy

About Us

Babies | Ages 0-12 MO

GC kids Nursery is a clean, safe and nurturing environment where your infant will begin to discover who God is through the love and prayer from our prepared kids leaders.

Toddlers | Ages 1-2

Our toddlers environment is a place where toddlers can begin to build friendships, have fun, and learn about Jesus’ love for them through our creative lessons, games, songs and hands on activities.

Preschool | Ages 3-5

Our Pre-K environment is a place where children can begin to build friendships, have fun, and learn about Jesus’ love for them through our creative lessons, games, songs and hands on activities.

elementary (k-5th grade)

GCC Kids is the best place for your elementary aged child to build a biblical foundation for their life through Bible lessons, interactive games, engaging worship songs and small group time. Here they will be given the opportunity to start a life-changing relationship with Jesus and develop into the leaders that God created them to be.

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Parent Connect

Stay in the loop with what’s happening in Gulf Coast Kids!
Parents receive bi-weekly communication that includes:

  • 📅 Upcoming dates and special events
  • 📖 Lesson themes and what your kids are learning
  • 🤝 Opportunities to engage and support your child’s spiritual growth


Our Serve Team

Your child’s safety and spiritual development are our top priorities. Every Gulf Coast Kids team member:

  • ✅ Has completed a background check
  • 🏠 Is a member of Gulf Coast Church
  • 🎓 Has gone through specific training for children’s ministry
  • ❤️ Loves Jesus and is passionate about serving kids


Safety Measures

We go above and beyond to create a secure environment for your children:

  • 👨‍👧 Matching printed name tags for children and pick-up tags for parents
  • ⚠️ Child tags include:
    • Age group
    • Allergy information
    • Unique security code
  • 🔒 At pick-up, parents must present their tag to a safety team member
  • ✅ A team member verifies the matching security codes before release


Well-Child Policy

We care about the health and well-being of every child:

  • 🤒 If your child feels sick at home, they'll feel sick at church
  • 🌡️ Please keep them home if they haven’t been fever-free for at least 24 hours
  • 🙌 We can’t wait to welcome them back when they’re feeling better!

Check-IN

Want to save time at check in on Sundays & Wednesdays?  Download our app and check-in early the day of! 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at kids@gulfcoastchurch.org if you cannot find an answer to your question.

OPEN TO ALL GULF COAST KIDS (8:15am & 10:15am)

• Make sure your kiddo(s) select their beverage and morning snack before classroom arrival. 

• A parent/guardian (18+) is required to check-in and drop off at the appropriate age location. Your kiddo(s) will wear the name tag portion while you hold the security code. Once your kiddo(s) is in the classroom, they will remain.

*We receive kids at 8:45 & 10:45


9AM & 11AM DURING EXPERIENCE 

• In the event that we need your presence during our experiences, your kiddo(s) security number will be paged via text message. NOTE: you will need your matching security code at that time. 

• Present your code(s) to a safety team member for entry into the children's wing.

• Present your security code(s) to a classroom teacher, the numbers must match for your kiddo(s) to be released.


AFTER EXPERIENCE

• After the worship experience is complete, a parent/guardian (18+) must present your code(s) to a safety team member for entry. 

• Present your security code(s) to a classroom teacher, the numbers must match for your kiddo(s) to be released.

• NOTE: If you have more than one kiddo, keep your security code(s) with you. 



New Family  

The parent/guardian name and phone number must match on the child's sticker and classroom rooster.

Regular Attenders

If the parent/guardian is unfamiliar, check the person's ID to confirm they are an active part of the household or listed as a trusted person in Planning Center.


Yes!  All children's environments are secure with doors locked once our worship experience begins.  We also have dedicated safety team members protecting all areas of our church!


  • Our Vision
  • Our Staff
  • Strategic Plan 2.0
  • Kids
  • Youth
  • Young Adults
  • Seniors
  • Global Missions
  • Local Missions
  • Partnerships
  • How To Know Jesus
  • Facility requests

Gulf Coast Church

13301 Walsingham Road, Largo, Florida 33774, United States

727.595.2034

Copyright © 2025 Gulf Coast Church - All Rights Reserved. 

Know God, Build Community, Live Free & Leave Legacy

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