Welcome to Lake Gibson Child Development Center

Building a Strong Foundation for Lifelong Learning

Where Faith, Learning, & Love Come Together

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Who We Are

Lake Gibson Child Development Center is an outreach ministry of Lake Gibson Church, providing exceptional childcare and early education for children ages 6 Weeks through PreK! We also provide Before & After-School & Summer Programs for students K through 5th grade in the North Lakeland Community.

Our approach nurtures each child's spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development.

We are a Christ-centered educational community dedicated to preparing every child for school, for life, and for eternity.

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Building the Foundations for Lifelong Learning and Discipleship

Building the Foundations for Lifelong Learning and Discipleship

Core Values

Faith in Christ
 We honor God in all we do, teaching children that His love and truth are the foundation of life and learning.

Excellence in Education
 We provide a rich, structured curriculum designed to foster curiosity, creativity, and confidence.

Partnership with Families
 We work hand in hand with parents, recognizing them as the primary educators and faith leaders of their children.

Nurturing Community
 We create a safe, inclusive, and joy-filled environment where every child feels valued, known, and loved.

Purposeful Preparation
 We equip each student academically, socially, and spiritually for success in school and in life, helping them grow in wisdom, character, and faith.

Ready & Eager to enter Kindergarten fully prepared!


Featured Programs

Infants & Toddlers

6 weeks-24 Months

Early Learning

2 & 3 year olds

Pre-K Ages

4-5 year olds

Before & After School Care &Summer Programs

K-5th Grade

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LGCDC at a GLANCE

Developing Disciples. Building Scholars. Inspiring Excellence.

Experienced, Highly Qualified Teachers

Hands-On Exploration & Learning at every age

Where your child feels safe to explore, create, and learn

Convenient hours:

6:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Enrolling 6 weeks through PreK

&

After-School and Summer Program K through 5th grade

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What Our Families Say

  • LGCDC has the best teachers! They are very considerate and affectionate. My kids love their teachers. My 4 year old compliments her all the time. What I like the most is how loving everyone is. That is something worth all the money ever invested.

  • I love the friendliness of the staff, they treat my boys like family! They have an excellent curriculum for the prek program! My oldest could count to 100, read the level 1 sight word books and write the alphabet by the time he went to kindergarten. Best preschool and after school program ever!

  • My son LOVES LGCDC. We can tell that he is loved and well taken care of and that he loves his teachers, Ms. Jastin and Ms. Misha! LGCDC has taught our son some wonderful faith-based curriculum as well as helped our son talk and potty train. We feel comfortable leaving him at daycare for the day which is essential for our family. Thanks to our teachers and admin!

  • LGCDC has been an absolute blessing in our life. When my husband and I first moved to Lakeland, we needed a reliable daycare with great people. There was a waiting list but when we got that call for our 3 year old it was amazing! He went all the way through their pre-school program. I eventually enrolled our second son and now our daughter is there too! We use the after school care too! I’ve been with these ladies and daycare for many years—I don’t plan on leaving until I absolutely have to! They’re like my kids second family; very blessed to have LGCDC!

  • My daughter has loved her time at LGCDC! They have a great curriculum while still letting the kids play and be kids. The staff are wonderful, they all know every child by name, and actively communicate with parents. Love them!

  • My children have been at LGCDC for years now. Every staff member is so incredibly caring, down to earth and friendly. I feel so assured that my children are in the absolute best hands when there.

  • LGCDC has been such a blessing to our family! Daisy loves her teachers and my husband and I are so grateful that everyday she comes home telling us not only about the colors, letters and numbers she learned about that day, but also about Jesus and her love for Him!

  • LGCDC has always been outstanding with our son. All of the staff is very patient and caring. I get fast responses from staff. Always recommend LGCDC to family and friends!

Our Standard of Excellence

Every classroom, every day, will reflect:

  • Academic Rigor – intentional, age-appropriate instruction that leads to measurable growth in early literacy, math, and science, including STEM/STEAM activities.

  • Faith Integration – Christ-centered teaching that honors Biblical truths and builds moral character.

  • Professionalism – punctuality, preparedness, and presence in every classroom interaction.

  • High Expectations – belief that every child is capable of achieving literacy and academic readiness before Kindergarten.

  • Continuous Improvement – openness to feedback, growth, and collaboration with leadership to strengthen our instructional impact.

  • Joyful Excellence – maintaining warmth, positivity, and enthusiasm that inspire lifelong learning.