The Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) Program prepares four-year-olds for kindergarten.  This program, free to parents regardless of income, is offered at participating licensed private child care centers, accredited faith based centers, many public school and Head Start sites, as well as licensed family child care homes.  VPK provides four-year-olds with both self-management and emergent literacy skills, such as letter and sound recognition.  These skills are critical for future academic success.

 

 

Now Enrolling for Fall Program

Your child is eligible for the Fall Program if:

·         They are 4-years-old and their birthday is between September 2, 2005 and September 1, 2006

• They are a Florida resident

 

Enrollment

 

• If you are planning to enroll your child at a VPK Provider that has offered the program for at least two years, then you may contact that provider directly for enrollment information.  Certificates of Eligibility are not required at these facilities, but you will need to provide proof of residency and proof of age documentation.
• If you are planning to enroll your child at a VPK Provider who is in their first or second year of offering the program, you will need to call (407) 532-4254 to obtain a Certificate of Eligibility.  That certificate should then be taken to the VPK Provider of your choice for the completion of the enrollment process.
• Only a child’s parents or state appointed guardians can enroll children in the VPK program.

 

Proof of Residency

 ·         Must indicate your name and home address

·         Examples include – Utility Bill; Bank Statement; Insurance Policies; Pay Stubs; Valid Florida Drivers License; or other Official Government Documentation

 

Proof of Age

·         Must indicate child’s age

·         Examples include – Birth Certificate; Passport; Valid Military Dependent ID Card; Immunization Record; or a Certificate of Entrance to the United States with the child’s age

 

Please note Orange County Public Schools have additional documentation requirements.  Additionally, not all public schools are able to accommodate VPK.  Enrollment is done at the school.

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Visit Florida’s official VPK website

 

 

www.VPKFlorida.org

 Download a Parent Handbook for VPK

 

 

 

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