In order to participate in the School Readiness (SR) program, a provider must fulfill the following requirements:

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• Complete the provider eligibility process and have an executed SR Contract with the Coalition.
• Have a current and valid child care license, registration, exemption, or other legal documentation that allows the provider to operate.
• Have a current and valid child care license, registration, exemption, or other legal documentation that allows the provider to operate.
• Use an appropriate sign-in/out procedure to document attendance for all children who are funded by the SR program.
• Use an approved developmentally appropriate curriculum that includes a character development program aligned with Florida's Early Learning and Developmental Standards.
• Comply with the child screening and assessment process outlined by the Coalition.
• Agree to receive payment for services via direct deposit.

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Providers who wish to offer SR services must attend a New Provider Orientation, submit the required paperwork to the Coalition or its designee, and receive an onsite visit to ensure compliance with legislative requirements.

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Once a provider has been deemed eligible and has undergone a School Readiness Health and Safety Inspection by the Department of Children and Families (DCF) with no violations, the SR contract will be signed and executed between the provider and the Coalition.

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If you wish to receive more information about becoming a SR Provider please contact:

School Readiness program providers must use an approved, developmentally appropriate curriculum with character development to offer scheduled activities and instruction for each child from birth to kindergarten entry. This enhances the child's age-appropriate progress in attaining performance standards set by FOEL under rule 6M-4.700.