Collier County Public School District - Head Start and VPK

CCPS Pre-K is a high quality early childhood education program. The goal is to prepare children for success in Kindergarten and beyond. Comprehensive resources are provided for social-emotional development, health and nutrition, and family engagement. Children and families who participate in CCPS Pre-K enjoy a variety of educational opportunities.

Options:
Full Day Head Start Pre-K Program (NO COST TO PARENTS)
The Head Start program is available to children of disadvantaged families and requires pre-approval. This program is offered at multiple sites. Eligible children must turn 3 or 4 years old by September 1 of the current school year.

Children in foster care
Families experiencing homelessness or house sharing (living "doubled-up" due to loss of housing, economic hardship, or similar reason)
Families receiving public assistance (TANF, SSI, SNAP)
Families earning below the Federal Poverty Guideline

Full Day VPK Program (combined with Parent Pay)
The full day VPK program is limited to space availability and parents are responsible for additional fees. This program is offered at multiple sites. Eligible children must turn 4 years old by September 1 of the current school year.

Enrollment is on a first come, first served basis

Half Day VPK at Sabal Palm Elementary School (NO COST TO PARENTS)
The half day VPK program is limited to space availability and offers 3-hour morning and afternoon sessions.
Enrollment is on a first come, first served basis

Services available for children with disabilities
Complete the referral form for Florida Diagnostic & Learning Resource System (FDLRS) to request a free developmental screening at https://islandcoast.fdlrs.org/child-find/referral-form- or call (239) 337-8199.