Children begin elementary school with kindergarten (grade K) around age 5. Children in preschool learn how to be with other kids and get ready for kindergarten. There are free preschool options for families with low income through the Head Start program. Most States have free programs for prekindergarten. You usually have to pay for daycare and preschool. VPK Program is a free prekindergarten program for children aged 4 to 5 years old in Florida.
Children from families receiving public assistance such as TANF, SSI are automatically eligible. If child is 3 years old prior to Sept 1, they are eligible to apply.įamilies must meet poverty guidelines. Enrollment ages is between 3 and 4 years old. Head Start is provided by the US Department of Health and Human Services. Children from families receiving public assistance such as TANF, SSI are automatically eligible.Įarly Head Start programs provide different needs dependent on the area where they are located.
