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PCPS Early Childhood Education (Ages 3–5)

Applications are now open for the 2026–2027 school year.

How to Apply

Have your documents ready to upload. If you're using a cell phone, it is easier to save your documents to your camera roll first and attach them, rather than taking a photo during the application.
Select the application year.
Choose up to three preferred school locations.
We will use the address you provide to verify your school zone.

These steps complete the first part of your application.

Need Help?

If you already have an application in the system from this year or previous years — or if you receive a message about an existing application — please email prek@polk-fl.net for assistance.

Please do not call the office for help with applications.

Avoid Delays

Be sure to complete all fields and upload all required documents. Missing information may slow down the processing of your application.

Provide us with basic information about your family. If one of your children has attended our Head Start, Title 1 or VPK programs in the past or if you receive a duplicate message, please email prek@polk-fl.net.

First Name (Required)

Last Name (Required)

Birthday (Required)

Gender

Email Address (Required)

Confirm Email Address

It appears that you have previously submitted an application. If you wish to apply again, please contact us by phone or in person.

Mobile Phone (Required)

Opt In for Text Messages

Home Phone (Required)

Work Phone (Required)

Ext.

It appears that you have previously submitted an application. If you wish to apply again, please contact us by phone or in person.

Race

Lives with Family

English Proficiency

Other Language

Other Language Proficiency

Employment Status

Child's Relationship

Custody

Is your family experiencing homelessness?

Living Address (Required)

Address Line 2

City (Required)

State (Required)

ZIP (Required)

Click here to find a provider in your area.

Mailing Address same as Living Address

Mailing Address

Address Line 2

City

State

ZIP

Is there another parent/guardian in the family?

First Name (Required)

Last Name (Required)

Birthday (Required)

Gender

Email Address

Confirm Email Address

It appears that you have previously submitted an application. If you wish to apply again, please contact us by phone or in person.

Mobile Phone

Opt In for Text Messages

Home Phone

Work Phone

Ext.

It appears that you have previously submitted an application. If you wish to apply again, please contact us by phone or in person.

Race

Lives with Family

English Proficiency

Other Language

Other Language Proficiency

Employment Status

Child's Relationship

Provides Financial Support

Number of Parents/Guardians

Relationship to Participant(s)

Primary Language at Home

Is another language being acquired or learned at home?

Number in Household

Gross Annual Income

Is your family receiving cash benefits or other services under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program?

Is your family receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

Is your family receiving services from WIC?

Is your family receiving services under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly referred to as Food Stamps?

First Name (Required)

Last Name (Required)

Birthday (Required)

Gender

Race

Hispanic

Lives with Family

English Proficiency

Other Language

Other Language Proficiency

Doctor/Medical Home

Dentist/Dental Home

Does your child have a disability or do you have any concerns about your child's development?

Is there anything else you want to tell us about your child?

Which program are you applying for? (Required)

Location Preference

1st Location Preference

2nd Location Preference

3rd Location Preference

- Your Address - Available Locations

Click a location on the map to see more info

Click here to find a provider in your area.

Do you want to apply now for another child in your family?

Add Another Applicant

Are there other children in the family?

Add a Sibling

Click “Save and Continue” to finish your pre-application for the 2026–2027 school year.

We will review your documents and contact you to complete the required health screener for your application. After the interview, you’ll receive an email confirming completion and your waitlist status.

Please be patient—we are processing many applications.

Questions? Email prek@polk-fl.net.

Required information is missing, see above.

PCPS Early Childhood Education (Ages 3–5)

How to Apply

Need Help?

Avoid Delays

Parent/Guardian

Address

Additional Parent/Guardian

Family Information

Child (Applicant)

Location Preferences

Additional Applicant

Siblings