Grace Place Learning Center

About Us

Grace Place Learning Center (GPLC) opened as a ministry of Schertz United Methodist Church (SUMC) in August of 2012 to serve families with children 6 weeks through Pre-K.

We believe that every child is a child of God and a unique individual. The purpose of Grace Place Learning Center is to provide a Christian environment with a variety of developmentally appropriate opportunities for children to grow physically, intellectually, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. We strive to help each child develop a strong sense of self and his/her place in God’s world.

Grace Place Learning Center operates under Texas Administrative Code 745.117(3) and the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.

Grace Place is located behind the main church campus, with parking entry off Green Valley Rd.

Excellent Staff

Our Grace Place Learning Center (GPLC) staff members are trained in early childhood care, and participate in various childcare education classes.  The GPLC staff maintains CPR and First Aid certification.  Classroom staff/child ratios meet requirements of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.  Background checks are conducted before any GPLC staff member is employed, including substitutes.

Our Vision Statement

The Schertz United Methodist Church-Grace Place Learning Center program provides all children with a safe, loving, and nurturing environment that promotes:

  • Godliness,
  • Self-worth,
  • Creativity,
  • Respect,
  • Individuality, and
  • Enriched learning.

Program Goals

Program Goals for Grace Place Learning Center are to:

  • Help children know they are special and loved by God.
  • Nurture children in all areas of development in a Christian atmosphere.
  • Provide a happy, safe, and secure place.
  • Provide the enrichment and guidance that young children need.
  • Introduce the community to Schertz United Methodist Church and its various ministries available to families and individuals.

Meet Our Director