Childcare Financial Assistance Programs
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Free Childcare Assistance In Florida
Finding affordable childcare shouldn't hold you back. Great news! Florida offers government-funded programs to ease the financial burden for working families like yours. These programs ensure your child receives quality care and early education while you work.
For Ages 0-5
What is Florida School Readiness?
Florida's School Readiness Program provides financial support to qualifying low-income families, aiming to assist them in accessing quality early education and care. The goal is to empower parents to achieve financial independence while ensuring that their young children are well-prepared for future success in school.
For Ages 4-5
What is VPK?
The state of Florida offers FREE VPK in Orlando (Voluntary Prekindergarten) for all 4-year-olds regardless of family income. The Voluntary Prekindergarten Education Program (VPK) prepares early learners for success in kindergarten and beyond. VPK helps build a strong foundation for school using educational material corresponding to various stages in a child’s development.
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Frequently Asked Questions
School Readiness
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What is School Readiness (SR)?
Florida's School Readiness Program (SR) provides financial support to qualifying low-income families, aiming to assist them in accessing quality early education and care. The goal is to empower parents to achieve financial independence while ensuring that their young children are well-prepared for future success in school.
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What are the benefits of School Readiness?
- Gets little ones kindergarten-ready!
- Supports working families by making top-notch early learning services affordable.
- Keeps parents thriving in the workforce or pursuing education with a helping hand.
- Provides parents information on child development, early childhood screenings, and family well-being.
- Take your pick from private centers, public schools, or family childcare homes.
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Am I eligible for School Readiness?
Learn More- At least one parent must be employed or engaged in educational activities, like college or trade school attendance, for a minimum of 20 hours per week.
- The total household income should not exceed 150 percent of the federal poverty level based on family size.
- Families are required to contribute a copayment for childcare, which varies depending on income and family size.
- Additionally, other children may qualify if they have special needs, are considered at-risk for abuse, neglect, or abandonment, or if their parents fall into specific categories, such as being homeless, victims of domestic violence, or low-income migrant families or farm workers.
To learn more about specific eligibility requirements, click the button below to visit The Florida Department of Education School Readiness Page.
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Is your school an approved provider?
Book TourYes! We accept Florida School Readiness. Schedule a FREE Tour of our facilities to learn more.
VPK
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What is VPK?
The state of Florida offers FREE Voluntary Prekindergarten for all 4-year-olds regardless of family income. The Voluntary Prekindergarten Education Program (VPK) prepares early learners for success in kindergarten and beyond. VPK helps build a strong foundation for school using educational material corresponding to various stages in a child’s development.
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Am I eligible for VPK?
Learn MoreTo qualify for VPK:
- Children need to reside in Florida and reach the age of 4 on or before September 1 of the ongoing school year.
- If a child's fourth birthday falls between February 2 and September 1 of a given calendar year, parents have the option to delay enrollment in VPK until the subsequent year when the child turns 5.
To learn more about specific eligibility requirements, click the button below to visit The Florida Department of Education School Readiness Page.
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How much is full time VPK in Florida?
540 hours of educational instruction in a school year.
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Is your school an approved VPK provider?
Book A TourYes! We provide free Florida VPK With flexible hours ranging from 3 to 4 hours per day, Monday to Friday.
Schedule a FREE Tour of our facilities to learn more about our VPK program.
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Key Features of Our
Florida VPK Program
Secure Space and Environment
- Sparkling Learning Spaces
- Qualified and Trusted Educators
- Established Safety Protocols
- Disinfected and Sanitary Classrooms
Learning to Speak, Read, and Write
- Vocabulary Powerhouse: VPK programs help children discover new words through fun activities, conversations, and exposure to a rich vocabulary. This sets the stage for clear and confident communication as they grow.
- Listening Champions: Storytelling, group discussions, and interactive learning activities in VPK nurture strong listening skills and the ability to grasp information effectively.
- Reading Rockstars:
VPK programs introduce children to the magic of reading through age-appropriate activities like storytime, letter recognition, and basic writing exercises. This ignites a love for reading and lays the groundwork for future literacy success
Early Childhood Cognitive Development
- Friends & Teamwork: VPK programs help kids blossom into social butterflies! Through play and interaction, they learn to cooperate, share, and show kindness, building strong social skills for life.
- Problem-Solving Champs: Engaging activities turn kids into little detectives. They explore, analyze, and invent solutions, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Kindergarten Ready: VPK programs provide a smooth launchpad to kindergarten. Age-appropriate activities, storytelling, and hands-on experiences introduce children to essential math and literacy concepts, setting them up for success.
STEAM Learning
- Little Einsteins: Spark critical thinking with fun activities! Kids problem-solve and reason like scientists, building a foundation for future success.
- Lab Coats & Curiosity: Exciting experiments and projects bring science to life! Children explore and discover, igniting a lifelong love of learning.
- Beyond the Crayons:
Art is about creativity & innovation! Kids express themselves and unlock unique problem-solving skills.
