Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) is a state-funded free three hour per weekday early learning program designed to prepare children for success in kindergarten.
Florida Department of Education Division of Early Learning VPK Fact Sheet
You may obtain a list of current eligible private and *public VPK programs in Pasco and Hernando Counties at the Early Learning Coalition of Pasco & Hernando.
*Public school locations may vary. The application for the school year in which you are applying will list the available schools. If a school's waitlist becomes extensive, it will be removed from the list of available schools to apply for.
*The Early Learning Coalition of Pasco & Hernando will usually not begin accepting applications prior to January 1st of the acadamic year for which you are applying. They are a separate entity from Pasco County Schools, so always reach out directly to them for their most current information: (727) 233-8291.
*Fees may vary. The application will list the fee for the school year in which you are applying.
Yes. Please indicate on your Pasco Schools VPK application that your child has an IEP/IFSP or a suspected disability, and we will reach out to your for more information.
Prior to applying to any VPK program, please complete the appropriate step below:
NO. VPK is a voluntary program funded by the state of Florida. At this time, funding is not provided for bus transporatation for VPK students.
If your child is in VPK, you will need to follow your schools arrival and dismissal procedures.