VPK in Apopka, FL
Free Voluntary Prekindergarten For 4-Year-Olds
A Strong Start Before Kindergarten
Kindred Kids is an approved Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) provider in Apopka. VPK is free for Florida’s 4-year-olds, and our program helps children build the skills and confidence they need for kindergarten.
Hours: School-year VPK runs about 3 hours a day, Monday through Friday (540 hours over the school year). Before care from 6 AM and aftercare until 8 PM are available for a full day of care.
How VPK Works
Florida’s VPK program is free for children who live in Florida and turn 4 on or before September 1. The school-year program offers 540 instructional hours. Parents apply for VPK through the Florida Family Portal, then enroll with an approved provider like Kindred Kids.
- Free for Florida 4-year-olds
- 540 hours over the school year
- Approved VPK provider in Apopka
Looking for care around VPK hours? See our school break childcare and summer camp in Apopka, or browse all of our childcare services.
Learning Through Play And Exploration
Children build early literacy, curiosity, and social skills through play-based learning, creative arts, and storytelling in a safe, comfortable setting.
Free For Florida 4-Year-Olds
VPK is free regardless of family income.
School-Year Program
540 instructional hours.
Play-Based Learning
Learning through play and exploration.
Creative Arts & Storytelling
Imagination, language, and early literacy.
Meals and Snacks
Meals and snacks included during care.
A Comfortable Place To Learn
Children enjoy comfortable spaces designed for learning and play while maintaining familiar routines.
Room images are illustrative renderings based on the actual design of our childcare spaces. Actual furnishings and décor may vary.
Relax. They're in Good Hands
Dependable Routines
Consistent care helps children feel safe, comfortable, and prepared for their day.
Free for Florida 4-year-olds
540-hour school-year program
Approved VPK provider
Play-based early learning
Safe and Connected
Thoughtful practices help families feel informed and confident throughout every shift.
Secure arrival and authorized pickup procedures
Attentive caregiver supervision
Regular parent communication
Clean and organized care spaces
Updates about activities and routines
Preschool and VPK Wrap-Around Care
2026 rates, per week unless noted. All meals and snacks are included. When VPK is not in session, such as summer break, the preschool rate applies. Discounts of 10% for siblings, military and first responders do not stack; the single highest one applies. See tuition and rates for all programs.
Preschool and VPK in Apopka: Parent Questions
Is VPK really free?
Yes. VPK is free for Florida children who turn 4 on or before September 1, regardless of family income. The school-year program is 540 instructional hours.
Are you an approved VPK provider?
Yes. Kindred Kids is an approved VPK provider in Apopka. Our wrap-around care covers the hours outside VPK: $165 a week full-time or $100 a week part-time.
What ages are in your preschool program?
Our preschool group is for children 3 years old to kindergarten. We are licensed for children 6 months to 10 years.
How big are the groups?
We never have more than 10 children in care at one time.
How do I enroll in VPK?
Apply for VPK through the Florida Family Portal, then schedule a tour with us or call (407) 305-4545. After the tour, we send the enrollment forms.
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