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Gateway Kids South Austin
Your Kids Are Going to Love It Here

Age-appropriate worship, Bible stories, and engaging activities led by caring volunteers—all in a safe, clean environment designed just for kids.

Age Groups

Babies

Babies

Our Gateway babies (0-23 months) are lovingly held and rocked as they listen to calm music, have Bible stories read to them, and play together.

Pre-K

Preschool

Preschoolers (2 years - Kindergarten) will sing and dance together, learn a Bible story, and do a fun craft or activity that helps them process what they’ve learned...with lots of play and giggles in between!

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Elementary

Elementary-aged kids (Kindergarten - 5th grade) will enjoy music, activities, games, and interactive lessons that help them apply God’s word to their everyday life at home, school, and in friendships.

MEET THE TEAM

Maddie Carson

Kids Director
Gateway North Austin

Katie Foster

Kids Director
Gateway Buda

Melanie Ortiz

Kids Director
Gateway South Austin

Temia Kerley-Rowald

Kids Early Childhood & Ops Coordinator
Gateway North Austin

UPCOMING EVENTS

Sep
14
Child Dedication Class
September 14, 2025 • This class is designed to go over every detail of our child dedication. This class will also give you the opportunity to...
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Sep
28
Raising Mentally Healthy Kids: Class for Parents
September 28, 2025 • Join us for a FREE one-hour class on raising mentally healthy kids! We will be hearing from a licensed children’s coun...
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Oct
18
Fall Fun-Fest
October 18, 2025 • Join us for some FREE fall family fun at Gateway South! Enjoy bounce houses, trick or treating, festival games, face pai...
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Oct
26
Kids Baptism Class
October 26, 2025 • We are so excited that your child wants to take steps to follow Jesus. At Gateway Church we want to do everything we can...
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Safety & Check-In Information

New Families

Welcome to Gateway Kids! If you are a first-time guest and would like to fill out our new family form prior to arriving on Sunday morning, fill out the registration form below.

When you arrive on Sunday, please make your way to our check-in desk and a volunteer will be there to greet you and your family. Let the volunteer know you are a first-time guest and that you filled out the new family form online.

Pre-Register

Returning Families

At check-in, you and your child will receive matching security tags with unique numbers. Keep your tag throughout the service - you'll need it to pick up your child. Our volunteers will only release children to adults with matching tags.

Our kids areas will not be accessible until 15 minutes before the services. Check-in begins at 9:00am and 11:00am.

Parent Resources

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Child Dedication
Child Dedication is a beautiful celebration of the life of a child and the parents’ commitment to teaching the child about Jesus.We host these sweet celebrations twice a year and encourage families to invite their friends, other family members, and community to join them.

SIGN UP FOR CHILD DEDICATION

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Conversation Guide

While we'd love for kids to eagerly share everything they learned in church each Sunday, the reality is that children (and parents) often struggle to talk about faith. Here are simple ways to help navigate those important conversations about God with your child.

TALKING TO YOUR CHILD ABOUT FAITH

Kids Baptism
Kids Baptism

If you are interested in being baptized or have any questions about the process, please don't hesitate to reach out. We would be happy to help answer any questions you may have and provide more information about the significance of baptism.

LEARN ABOUT BAPTISM

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Born To Lead

Born To Lead is a Gateway Kids Leadership Program for 4th and 5th graders that develops spiritual leadership through four key habits: spending time with God, building community, using gifts, and sharing God's love. The program aims to equip children to become the leaders God has called them to be and make a positive impact in the world. Participants commit to 4 September meetings, weekly Sunday engagement, and hands-on leadership practice opportunities.

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