early county parent portal

Where can I find information about early learning programs in Florida?

WELCOME TO FLORIDA'S EARLY LEARNING FAMILY PORTAL You will find information here about Florida’s early learning programs. You can also apply for School Readiness (child care assistance) and Voluntary Prekindergarten Education services online by clicking on an Apply forbutton below. Resource & Referral

What is the del family portal?

The DEL Family Portal is a parent or guardian's gateway to School Readiness (SR), Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK), Children's Services Council (CSC) Scholarship, and Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) services in Florida.

What is the Early Childhood Services Program?

The EHS program provides early, continuous, intensive, and comprehensive child development and family support services for 150 children (birth to 3 years-old) and their families in the areas of highest need in Palm Beach County.

How do I apply for early childhood education in Florida?

FAMILY PORTAL You will find information here about Florida’s early learning programs. You can also apply for School Readiness (child care assistance) and Voluntary Prekindergarten Education services online by clicking on an Apply forbutton below. Resource & Referral

Child Care Resource And Referral (CCR&R)

CCR&R is the ‘front door’ to all our programs and services, as well as the gateway to early learning resources and other community services information. Free of charge and accessible by phone, e-mail, or website to the families of Palm Beach County.

School Readiness (SR)

The School Readiness program is for children within low-income families, preparing them to start kindergarten ready to learn. Throughout Florida, the program serves families with children ranging in age from birth to five years-old.

Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)

The VPK program is a free prekindergarten program for 4-year-olds who reside in Florida and were born on or before Sept.

Children's Services Council (CSC) Scholarship

CSC Scholarships were created to provide stability and continuity of care for at-risk children who are no longer eligible for state funding – locally prioritizing services for each family unit as a whole.

Early Head Start (EHS)

The EHS program provides early, continuous, intensive, and comprehensive child development and family support services for 150 children (birth to 3 years-old) and their families in the areas of highest need in Palm Beach County.

Screening and Assessment

Our free developmental screenings and assessment programs within Palm Beach County provide families an opportunity to ensure their child’s development is healthy. Through screening and assessment, providers and families can find the necessary tools and activities to support each child in meeting age-appropriate milestones.

Inclusion and Early Intervention

Echoing our belief that all children deserve quality care and education, we support our providers as they work to deliver early intervention and inclusion for children with special needs in all early childhood environments throughout Palm Beach County.

When will Childcare reopen in 2021?

Learn more at the Centers for Disease Control website. Our offices are closed July 5, 2021 for the federal holiday. We will reopen July 6, 2021 at 8:00 am.

How old do you have to be to enroll in VPK?

VPK Enrollment. To apply for Voluntary Prekindergarten, please visit the Florida's Early Learning Portal. If you live in Florida and your child turned 4 years old on or before September 1, your child is eligible for the VPK program. Some 5-year-olds are eligible depending on their birth date.