Programs & Services
Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) Learn more when you turn 4! Florida’s Voluntary Prekindergarten Education Program, or VPK, is a free educational program that prepares 4-year-olds for success in kindergarten and beyond. We’re here to connect you. Learn More
Prekindergarten Specialized Instructional Services (VPK SIS) Do you have a child with disabilities? Does your little student currently have an individual education plan with the local school district? Welcome to Pre-K SIS! Let’s go have a great time learning. Learn More
School Readiness Program (SR) Need some financial help to afford an early learning program for your child? ELC Broward manages financial assistance for families who qualify. We’re glad to help you with the process. Learn More
Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) CCR&R services allow you to receive a customized search for child care based on your family’s unique needs, such as location, schedule, curriculum, environment, and special needs. Learn More
Visit the Early Learning Portal
Families who are new to ELC Broward early learning programs and wish to register their children can create an account to access eligibility determination services, community resources, and apply for VPK and School Readiness through the State of Florida Office of Early Learning Family Portal.
Find a Child Care Provider
We know you want the very best care and learning experience for your child. So do we. ELC Broward has all the information and tips you need to make this important first decision on your child’s education journey. Making a good choice can seem overwhelming, but our guidelines will help you know what to look for, how to consider costs, and even gives you a checklist to help you remember to ask the right questions.
Find a Child Care Provider
Downloadable Forms
VPK, VPK SIS and School Readiness Applications
To apply for these programs, go to Florida’s Early Learning Family Portal.
Eligibility Determinations
Effective July 1, 2018 the eligibility determination services previously provided by the Early Learning Coalition of Broward County - Family Upload Utility are now provided at the Florida Office of Early Learning Family Portal.
Work Calendar (English)54.21 KB
Work Calendar (Spanish)202.16 KB
Work Calendar (Haitian Creole)201.71 KB
Child Support Statement (English)494.73 KB
Child Support Statement (Spanish)452.46 KB
Child Support Statement (Haitian Creole)178.04 KB
Verification of Employment (English)175.39 KB
Verification of Employment (Spanish)460.76 KB
Verification of Employment (Haitian Creole)178.04 KB
Verification of Loss of Income (English)177.89 KB
Verification of Loss of Income (Haitian Creole)643.68 KB
Verification of Loss of Income (Spanish)632.97 KB
Request for Suspended Enrollment (English)235.98 KB
Request for Suspended Enrollment (Spanish)231.07 KB
Request for Suspended Enrollment (Haitian Creole)191.16 KB
Letter of Separation ( English)434.14 KB
Letter of Separation (Haitian Creole)430.41 KB
Letter of Separation (Spanish)428.65 KB
Required Documents (English)507.29 KB
Required Documents (Spanish)506.25 KB
Required Documents (Haitian Creole)603.66 KB
Agency Generated Child Care Authorizations
At-Risk Child Care Application and Authorization
Click here if you are an eligible referring agency trying to submit or update a child care authorization form.
School Readiness Transfer Form
School Readiness Provider Transfer Request
School Readiness Transfer Form (English)103.7 KB
School Readiness Transfer Form (Spanish)89.42 KB
School Readiness Transfer Form (Haitian Creole)87.55 KB
Grievance Form
The Grievance Request Form is used to file a grievance of an adverse action taken by the Early Learning Coalition (ELC) of Broward County regarding your childcare services and must be submitted within 14 days of notification of adverse determination.
Family Connection Newsletter
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Waitlist Update
Waiting to hear when your child can begin their program is tough, we know. Rest assured we care about welcoming kids into early learning as quickly as possible. Check in here for information and updates.
Early Learning Resources
Parenting is challenging. There’s so much to know! ELC Broward works hard to keep you informed about everything ahead for your child’s education from immunizations to affording college tuition. Look here to find rules about early learning programs, how to stay safe at home and school, and helping children with special needs succeed, among many other helpful resources.
Families who are new to ELC Broward early learning programs and wish to register their children can create an account to access eligibility determination services, community resources, and apply for VPK and School Readiness through the State of Florida Office of Early Learning Family Portal.We know you want the very best care and learning experience for your child. So do we. ELC Broward has all the information and tips you need to make this important first decision on your child’s education journey.
