How does a Jacksonville family get free VPK?
Create a Family Portal account, apply for VPK, upload proof of Florida residence and age, and take the emailed certificate of eligibility to a provider. The school year program is 540 hours and the summer program is 300 hours.
How does School Readiness help Duval working parents?
Households at or below 55% of the State Median Level with a parent working 20 hours a week or studying 12 credit hours can join the waitlist, administered by the Early Learning Coalition of Duval.
Can a child continue at the same school for kindergarten?
Yes if the school runs through kindergarten and participates, using the $8,409 Duval K-3 award.
| VPK | School Readiness | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Free | Sliding-scale copay |
| Income test | None | 55% State Median Level |
| Access | Certificate of eligibility | Waitlist |
What is the next step for a Duval family?
The funding check takes about two minutes. An advisor then lays out every source your child can use and the dates that apply, and calls you back with the plan.