broward county parent portal

What is the Broward-focus Parent Portal registration?

Welcome to the Broward - Focus Parent Portal Registration. The Focus Parent Portal is a tool designed to enhance communication and involvement for you in your child's education.

Where can I find information about child care in Broward County?

Check out the Children’s Services Council of Broward County 2021/22 Family Resource Guide with Broward County Public Schools information, community resources, helpful websites and child care options, to help students and families. See the Children’s Services Council 2021/22 Family Resource Guide.

How do I search for a VPK provider in Broward County?

To search for VPK providers in Broward County and view their profile, click here. This link will take you to the Department of Children and Families (DCF) Provider Search and Profile. To locate a provider, please follow these steps:

Communication with Parents

At the Early Learning Centers of Broward, we are committed to providing the clearest lines of communication between parents and staff. Our teaching team will provide you with daily reports on your child’s activities and achievements.

Programs and Hours of Operation

Pre-school: Early Learning Centers of Broward operates Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. for infants through pre-K.

Health Requirements

Broward County regulations require ELC students and daycare participants to provide up-to-date immunization records, a tuberculosis screening certificate and a physician’s note indicating that the child is physically fit to attend school.

Fees and Tuition

A $99 registration fee is due each year on the anniversary date of your enrollment date. Tuition payments must be made in advance by the Monday of the week in which care is to be provided. Tuition rates vary by age. Please call or visit any of our four Centers for more information.

Dress Code and Toy Policies

Students should wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes designed for active play.

Video Of Our Schools

We have so much fun learning, playing and making new friends at The Early Learning Centers of Broward. Check out our videos to see VPK graduation ceremonies, fun field trips, summer camp and more!

School Readiness

Interested in financial assistance for your child’s quality childcare and early learning program? Start right here. We are here and ready to help!

Voluntary Pre-K

Your child’s successful future starts early with Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten. Find more information on how to enroll in our FREE VPK program.

Child Care Resource and Referral

CCRR offers customized child care listings, quality care tips and resources for new and existing child care. You can request a listing of child care providers right on our website.

Provider Training

Access our team of specialists for help with the Provider Portal, screening and technical assistance to support quality improvement and professional development.

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Parents have the option of enrolling children in one of the following VPK programs

School-year Program: 540 instructional hours and a class size of 20 or fewer students. At a minimum, instructors must hold a Birth through Five Florida Child Care Professional Credential and complete special training on early literacy and performance standards.

VPK Child Care Provider Listing

Looking for a certified child care provider in your area? View our VPK Child Care Provider Listing. This list is updated on a monthly basis.

Search for VPK providers in Broward County and view their profile

To search for VPK providers in Broward County and view their profile, click here.

How do I qualify to enroll my child in VPK?

To be eligible for the Voluntary Prekindergarten Education Program or VPK Specialized Instructional Services (SIS) program, your child must reside in Florida and reach the age of 4 on or before September 1 of the program year or the following program year.

When does registration open?

VPK Registration is currently open; registration began January 1, 2020 for the 2020-21 school year.

How do I register my child for VPK?

To register your child for VPK, simply visit the Florida Office of Early Learning (OEL) Family Portal to create an account and complete an application.

What will I need in order to register?

You will need a valid Email address to use as your Username. If you do not have one, please set up a free Gmail account at google.com/gmail.