Early Childhood

If you have a child who will soon be 4 years old, then you know how curious she is or how much he may already know. Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) is a free, high-quality education program for 4-year-olds living in Florida –to prepare them for success in school and in life.VPK helps build a strong foundation for school using educational materials appropriate for different stages in your child’s development.

You will need an email address, proof of Florida residency and proof of your child’s age to apply.

Eligibility Requirements: Children must live in Florida and be 4 years old on or before September 1 of the current year to be eligible. Families with children born between February 2 and September 1 have the option to postpone enrolling their 4-year-old until the following year when their child is 5.

Programs

VPK / Title I Program

A high-quality pre-kindergarten learning opportunity provided by the St. Lucie Public Schools Title I Department in partnership with the Early Learning Coalition of St. Lucie County.

The program is voluntary, free, and delivered according to professionally accepted standards approved by the Florida Department of Education’s Office of Early Learning. Seats in this program are limited and determined according to risk levels (academic screener and social-emotional and family income questionnaire).

VPK / Wrap Around Program

A high-quality pre-kindergarten learning opportunity provided by the St. Lucie Public Schools in partnership with the Early Learning Coalition.

The program is voluntary, state supported, and delivered according to professionally accepted standards approved by the Florida Department of Education’s Office of Early Learning.

Contact Information

PreKindergarten Matters!

Research shows children who participate in high-quality PreKindergarten programs:

  • Perform better on standardized tests.
  • Have better school attendance rates.
  • Develop lifelong social and emotional skills.
  • Are less likely to drop out of school.

Registration

St. Lucie Public Schools’ 2025-2026 VPK application window will take place from January 6th to January 24th, 2025. Please click the links below for steps to apply. If you have questions, email vpk@stlucieschools.org.

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