The Voluntary Pre-kindergarten Program (VPK) in Florida is available at no cost to all 4-year-old children, regardless of family income, except those already enrolled in the Gardiner Scholarship Program. Parents of children born from Feb. 2 through Sept. 1 can opt to enroll their child in VPK during the school year their child turns 4 or the following year. VPK utilizes educational materials tailored to your child’s specific developmental stage, designed to prepare them for school.
Prepares young children to enter kindergarten
Gives children enriching play and learning experiences
create a family portal account
vpk child application process
Choosing A VPK Provider
Register in the Family Portal account
Complete online application
Submit proof of age for child
Submit proof of residency for family
Families can choose one of three Programs:
540 hours School Instruction hours with a class size of 20 children.
300 Summer Program hours with a class size of 12 children.
Specialized Instruction Services (SIS) for children with Special needs with an Individual Specialized Plan (IEP) hours may vary.
Families can choose a Provider in a Faith Based, Private or Public School setting. To find out more information about the VPK program and to see if you qualify, visit the Florida Department of Education.
Families can choose one of three Programs:
540 hours School Instruction hours with a class size of 20 children.
300 Summer Program hours with a class size of 12 children.
Specialized Instruction Services (SIS) for children with Special needs with an Individual Specialized Plan (IEP) hours may vary.
Families can choose a Provider in a Faith Based, Private or Public School setting. To find out more information about the VPK program and to see if you qualify, visit the Florida Department of Education.
Funded by the State of Florida, Division of Early Learning
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