The School Readiness program offers quality early learning experiences to young children with the goal of preparing them for later school success. Because we envision a Northwest Florida where all children receive world class early education and care thereby being fully prepared to learn upon entering kindergarten, we work to ensure that all participating providers offer quality programs that meet or exceed the requirements of law. School Readiness providers offer programs that include:

• Research-based early learning activities and instruction
• Developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Literacy programs
• Character development programs
• Individual education plans
• Healthy and safe environments
• Appropriate staff-to-child ratios
• Personnel with required qualifications
• Family-friendly environment that supports parent involvement opportunities
• Parent support services

The School Readiness program is open to qualifying children that apply through the single point of entry. As funding becomes available, children are placed in the program according to the Coalition's established priorities. Families are assigned a co-pay based on the Coalition's sliding fee scale. To determine if you are eligible for the School Readiness program download a copy of the school readiness application and send it to your local Coalition office or complete the form online and an eligibility specialist will contact you.