Parents – we follow Lee County School closures for inclement weather and will continue to do so. However, we want you to be aware that the preschool building sustained substantial damage from Hurricane Ian and due to its current condition, we cannot give you a time frame as to when we will be able to reopen.
ABIDING LOVE PRESCHOOL We have been educating children since 1997 and are committed to providing high-quality education and care for children within a nurturing Christian environment. Learn More
Mission Statement
As an extension of Abiding Love Lutheran Church, our preschool exists to share God’s love and saving plan with young children and their families, while providing spiritual and educational nurturing within a loving, creative and structured environment.
Bible Curriculum
Our Bible instruction permeates every part of our curriculum, and it is our hope that it fills your family home as well. The base of our daily Bible Time includes:
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Bible time with Zippy
Bible time with Zippy
Chapel
Chapel with Mr. Ben Mahnke, Staff Minister is every Wednesday at 8:30am at church. Every child and teacher will walk up and get to experience a church setting while Pastor retells the Bible lesson and connects it to the children’s every day life. They learn to listen, pray and to praise God. This is a wonderful experience for the children. We encourage parents to join their children at chapel services to show the importance of learning and knowing their Savior.
Creative Curriculum
Creative curriculum is an early childhood curriculum that focuses on project-based investigations as a means for children to apply skills. It addresses four areas of development; social/emotional, physical, cognitive and language through:
Meet Our Staff
With education and experience in early childhood care. Our staff has completed the required forty-five hours of state education, and all have CPR and first aid training.
Cindy Hubble
Early Childhood Ministry/VPK DirectorCindy Hubble
Early Childhood Ministry/VPK DirectorCindy began her service as a Preschool Board member and in June of 2010 was asked to be a VPK Assistant. Cindy later became the Director of the VPK. Cindy has her Child Development Associate (CDA) license from the State of Florida. She also possesses her Director’s credentials.
Brooke Mahnke
VPK Teacher AssistantBrooke Mahnke
VPK Teacher AssistantBrooke joined the VPK staff at Abiding Love Lutheran Church in August of 2021 as the VPK assistant. Brooke graduated from Martin Luther College in 2020 with a Secondary Education degree in English. Brooke says, “It’s neat to experience just how much about God’s Word our children pick up. They have a faith that’s wonderful to see!”
Amie Haag
VPK Wraparound Assistant TeacherAmie Haag
VPK Wraparound Assistant TeacherAmie joined the staff at Abiding Love Preschool in February of 2020. Amie holds a Bachelor’s Degree and is now continuing her education with her DCF training courses for the Preschool. She says she enjoys spending time with the children at Abiding Love. She says, “I love being part of the children’s lives, and helping them grow and succeed is a big part of my lifetime goals.” Amie also says, “The community that both the church and the preschool staff bring into my life is an amazing blessing.”
Bethany Wu
Lead TeacherBethany Wu
Lead TeacherBethany was called to service at Abiding Love Lutheran Church in May of 2021 after she graduated from Martin Luther College. Bethany holds a Bachelor of Science degree with a double major in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. Bethany also holds her Child Development Associate (CDA) from the state of Florida. Bethany says she has always wanted to be involved in an Early Childhood Ministry. She added that she feels blessed to be a part of Abiding Love Lutheran Church and Preschool/VPK saying, “I am grateful to have the privilege of sharing God’s word and serving young children and their families.”
Britta Wilsch
Preschool TeacherBritta Wilsch
Preschool TeacherBritta joined the office staff at Abiding Love Lutheran Church in January 2017 where she served as the church secretary and also provided IT support. Britta became part of the Abiding Love Preschool staff in August of 2019 and worked in administration and as a Preschool classroom helper. She completed her Florida Child Care Professional Credential in June of 2020 and started teaching in the classroom. Britta has her Child Development Associate (CDA) license since August 2022 and also holds an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice. Britta is married and has a daughter. Britta says, “I have always enjoyed serving the Lord by helping others and have volunteered in many ways over the years. When I was approached with the opportunity to be part of the Abiding Love staff, I made my decision in a heartbeat. Since I learned God’s love through devoted Christians who shared God’s word with me as a young child, I know the importance of our Preschool.”
Derek went here!! Absolutely the best school and staff
Agreed! AL came highly recommended! We love the teachers and Pastor. ☺️🧡
The first thing Clayton did this morning was go to the window and announce “mom, it’s the first day of fall” He’s been learning so much and gets so excited about it!!! Thank you!
Fabulous place to learn, surrounded by love.
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