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You can use the button below to view the tentative list of schools expected to participate in next year’s VPK program. This list will continue to be updated as schools are confirmed.
2026-27 Tentative Participating Schools
VPK Enrollment Information
Internal Registration: March 11–March 25
During this week only, priority registration will be given to:
- Families with students currently enrolled at VPK schools.
- Current staff members with eligible children.
Open Enrollment (Zoned Families): March 26–April 10
- Schools may begin enrolling students zoned for their school.
- A waitlist must be established once a VPK class reaches capacity.
- Out-of-zone families may be added to a waitlist through Friday, April 10.
Out-of-Zone Enrollment Begins: April 13
- If space remains available, out-of-zone students may be enrolled from the waitlist.
- Title I schools may give priority to students zoned for any Title I school.
VPK Enrollment Options for Schools Closing at the End of the 2025-2026 School Year
- Bonneville Elementary → Columbia Elementary or East Lake Elementary
- Chickasaw Elementary → Pinar Elementary or Ventura Elementary
- McCoy Elementary → Shenandoah Elementary
- Meadow Woods Elementary → Sally Ride Elementary or Wyndham Lakes Elementary
- Orlo Vista Elementary → Ivey Lane Elementary
VPK Enrollment Information
Internal Registration: March 11–March 25
During this week only, priority registration will be given to:
- Families with students currently enrolled at VPK schools.
- Families with students currently enrolled at, or zoned for, schools being considered for closure (these families will register at their new zoned location).
- Current staff members with eligible children.
Open Enrollment (Zoned Families): March 26–April 10
- Schools may begin enrolling students zoned for their school.
- Families zoned for schools being considered for closure will register at their new zoned location.
- A waitlist must be established once a VPK class reaches capacity.
- Out-of-zone families may be added to a waitlist through Friday, April 10.
Out-of-Zone Enrollment Begins: April 13
- If space remains available, out-of-zone students may be enrolled from the waitlist.
- Title I schools may give priority to students zoned for any Title I school.
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Please note the following important information regarding VPK registration:
- All VPK registrations must be completed online using a computer or smartphone by visiting the Family Services website.
- The VPK application is available in multiple languages to support families of diverse backgrounds.
- For assistance with your online application, please contact the Early Learning Coalition of Orange County at (407) 841-6607.
- Enrollment is based on a first-come, first-served basis.
- VPK programs at Title I schools prioritize families who reside within Title I zone areas.
- Standard VPK classes can accommodate up to 20 students. Once a class reaches full capacity, applicants will be placed on a waitlist.
- Please note: The VPK Blended class has a maximum enrollment of 18 students.
Below is a list of schools that have two or more spaces/seats available in their VPK program.
An * denotes a half day program (AM only or AM/PM)
| School Name | School Zone |
|---|---|
| Azalea Park | E |
| Baldwin Park * | E |
| Brookshire * | E |
| Camelot * | E |
| Castle Creek | E |
| Chickasaw | E |
| Deerwood * | E |
| Engelwood | E |
| Forsyth Woods | E |
| Union Park | E |
| Lake Gem | N |
| Lockhart | N |
| Princeton * | N |
| Ridgewood Park | N |
| Rolling Hills | N |
| Rosemont | N |
| Hidden Oaks * | SE |
| Shenandoah | SE |
| Three Points | SE |
| Andover * | SE/IO |
| OCPS Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) | SW |
| Palmetto | SW |
| Waterbridge *** (PP/Plus) | SW |
| Shingle Creek | SW/IO |
| Atwater Bay * | W |
| Dillard Street * | W |
| Keene’s Crossing * | W |
| Ocoee | W |
| Orange Center | W |
| Pine Hills | W |
| Sunridge * | W |
| Thornebrooke * | W |
| Tildenville * | W |
| Water Spring * | W |
| Whispering Oak * | W |
| Ivey Lane | W/ST |
| Rock Lake | W/ST |
| Washington Shores PLC | W/ST |
How to Apply for VPK
Here's a 3-step guide to help families apply for a VPK Eligibility Certificate and complete enrollment, including the additional documentation required by OCPS (Orange County Public Schools):
Apply Online for the VPK Certificate
- Go to the Florida Early Learning Family Portal: to apply for a VPK Eligibility Certificate.
Upload the following documents:
- Proof of Florida residency (e.g., utility bill, lease, driver's license)
- Proof of child's age (e.g. birth certificate, passport)
Once approved, you'll receive a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) via email or portal download.
ELCOC Family Portal Instructional Video
For additional issues related to the online single sign-on portal or if you have more questions, please contact the ELCOC: Contact Us - Early Learning Coalition of Orange County
Choose a VPK Provider
- Select link to view a tentative list of VPK providers within Orange County Public Schools for the 2026-2027 school year.
- You may also contact the Early Learning Coalition to find a participating VPK provider near you.
Enroll with Your VPK Provider
- Bring your Certificate of Eligibility to your selected VPK provider to complete enrollment.
- For OCPS, you'll also need to provide the following:
- Your child's birth certificate
- Two proofs of residency
- Florida School Entry Health Exam (Form DH 3040)
- Immunization Form (DH 680)
- Select link to visit the OCPS required registration documents webpage
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