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Trust Score
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About Bethel Lutheran Church
Bethel Lutheran Preschool in Bryan
Bethel Lutheran Preschool provides a loving, Christian environment focused on the emotional, social, and spiritual growth of children ages 2 through 4. Led by Director Shelly Schultz, the program emphasizes a strong partnership with families to support early development. The curriculum is play-based and preparatory for kindergarten, helping students build self-regulatory skills and physical coordination through age-appropriate learning centers. The facility features spacious classrooms and a dedicated covered playground, ensuring children have space for active play regardless of the weather. Operating from 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM, the program offers several scheduling options to fit various family needs. As a ministry of Bethel Lutheran Church, the preschool is integrated into a supportive community that prioritizes warmth, grace, and early education excellence within a faith-based framework. It follows the local school district calendar for academic consistency throughout the year.
What Parents Say
5 reviews from parents
My child has been here over a year. Last year she had the most wonderful assistant teacher named Ava. She truly loves my child and is such a great caregiver.
Great church, family friendly, and solid preaching.
Wonderful atmosphere and lots of options for worship services and children activities. Good accessibility.
Wonderful church that is focused on the Word. Very welcoming to our family, and lots of options during the week, too.
The Holy Spirit fills this church with friendly, grace-filled people who love Jesus! So blessed to call this my home! You should too! Join us!
Web Report
Aggregated insights from public records & parent discussions
Safety Record
No safety concerns found. The preschool is a state-licensed child care center (License #1472386) and received a perfect score of 100 on its June 2025 health inspection from the Brazos County Health District. No news reports of incidents, legal issues, or major safety violations were identified in public records.
Parent Reputation
The preschool maintains a positive local reputation, with church leadership describing it as a well-regarded institution in the community. While direct parent reviews on major platforms like Google or Yelp are limited for this specific location, internal testimonials highlight a nurturing environment focused on kindergarten preparation. A 2021 employee review for the Bryan location specifically praised the management and teaching staff.
Staff Insights
Employee feedback is limited, but a 2021 review from a teacher's assistant at the Bryan location described it as a great place to work with fantastic management. Operational records from 2022 indicated administrative strain, with the director role requiring 60+ hours per week, leading to the director's resignation in 2023 and a subsequent management restructuring to include more full-time support staff.
Quick Information
Varies by age and schedule
