Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool INC is a church daycare daycare located at 1423 8th Ave N, Jacksonville Beach, Florida FL. Find contact info, location details, and similar daycares nearby.
What Parents Say
Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews consistently praise Ms. Laurie, the VPK teacher, for creating a nurturing, safe environment with strong academic and social-emotional preparation for kindergarten. However, negative reviews raise serious concerns about administrative leadership, safety protocols, health/hygiene standards, and communication lapses.
My daughter absolutely loved her time at this preschool, attending from age 2 until she graduated at 5 years old. I truly couldn't imagine a better start for her education. The staff created such a nurturing, fun, and safe environment that she was excited to go to school every day. They not only focused on academics but also on social-emotional growth, helping her become a confident and well-adjusted child. A special shout-out to Ms. Laurie! She is an amazing VPK teacher who is passionate about teaching and truly loves her students. Her dedication made a massive difference in preparing my daughter for elementary school. I would highly recommend this preschool to any parent looking for a quality, caring, and comprehensive early childhood program.
We've had 2 grandchildren in Ms Laurie's VPK. She has many many years of experience at this church teaching her VPK class. She is very professional and caring. She loves her students and her students LOVE her. As for the other reviews, all being added at the same time? I doubt that all of them had students in her class in the same session. She starts her lesson plans months before a new year starts. Ms Laurie is compassionate and attentive to all of her students. I understand a parent being particular about their child, but I've never heard or seen a complaint about her until one month ago. Our grandchildren learned all they needed to go into kindergarten, and for that we are very grateful.
Ms. Laurie has been an incredible teacher to both of our children. She is caring, adaptable, and treats every child like her own. Her classroom is full of warmth, patience, and joy. She creates a safe and nurturing space where kids thrive. Thanks to her, both of our children were well-prepared for elementary school—not just academically, but socially and emotionally, too. She’s not only a great teacher, but a truly positive influence in their lives. We’re so grateful for her!
I absolutely loved sending my girls to Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool. Over the years all 4 of my kids attended and all of them enjoyed going. One child specifically was able to go from age 6 months through VPK she's 9 now and she still talks about Ms Laurie and asks to go visit her. My youngest attended another VPK program and unfortunately she didn't get the same quality education that Ms Laurie provided. I would have gladly driven out of the way if it wasn't 45 minutes each way. I would recommend this wonderful preschool to anyone in the beaches area or anywhere near the beaches.
I have 2 of my grandkids attend the VPK and they both loved it. Ms Laurie was very good with the kids. All the kids I the class room really enjoyed being there. Parents were welcome for any of the little parties she had. It was the best experience we had.