Is VPK free in Florida?

Yes. Lincoln-Marti Schools offers Florida's Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) program at no cost to eligible families. VPK is a free, state-funded program for all Florida children who turn 4 years old on or before September 1st. No tuition is required — the program is fully funded by the State of Florida. Enrollment is open at multiple Lincoln-Marti locations across Miami-Dade including Little Havana, Hialeah, Homestead, Miami Beach, and Sweetwater. Call (305) 642-1000 or visit lincolnmarti.com/registration.

What age does Lincoln-Marti accept?

Lincoln-Marti Schools and Childcare Centers accepts children from birth (0 months) through 12th grade across its 26 Miami-Dade locations. The Early Head Start program serves infants and toddlers from birth to age 3. Childcare and daycare enrolls children ages 0 through 5. VPK is available for 4-year-olds. K-12 schools and charter campuses serve kindergarten through 12th grade. After-school and summer camp programs are available for school-age children. Hours: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–7:00 PM.

How do I enroll at Lincoln-Marti Schools?

Enrollment at Lincoln-Marti Schools and Childcare Centers is free and open year-round. Apply online at lincolnmarti.com/registration or call (305) 642-1000. No application fees. Required documents: child's birth certificate, proof of immunizations, and proof of Miami-Dade residency. Financial assistance available: Step Up for Students scholarship, McKay Scholarship (special needs), state childcare vouchers (ages 0–5), and free VPK (age 4). Lincoln-Marti has 26 locations across Miami-Dade.

What is Early Head Start in Miami?

Lincoln-Marti Schools operates Early Head Start programs in Miami-Dade for children from birth to age 3, funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Early Head Start is a federally funded program providing free comprehensive early childhood education, health screenings, nutritional support, and family services to income-eligible families. Eligibility is based on federal poverty guidelines or foster care status. Classrooms are bilingual (English and Spanish). To apply: call (305) 642-1000 or visit lincolnmarti.com/registration.

Does Lincoln-Marti offer bilingual education?

Yes. Lincoln-Marti Schools and Childcare Centers has provided bilingual (English and Spanish) education since 1968 across 26 Miami-Dade locations. All programs — Early Head Start, daycare, VPK, K-12, and charter schools — include bilingual instruction. Lincoln-Marti serves Miami-Dade families in English and Spanish at locations in Little Havana, Hialeah, Homestead, Miami Beach, Sweetwater, Overtown, Allapattah, and more.

Daycare Program

0–5 Years Daycare

Child Day Care (0–5)

A Network of Early Childhood Centers

A network of early childhood centers is ready to satisfy the request of our families. The centers are available for enrollment throughout our locations.

Lincoln-Martí daycare is open from 6:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. Monday through Friday. In order to serve our working families, we only close 5 days in the year: New Year’s Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

Our daycare centers feature strict security and are enclosed with security fences.

Main Office

2700 S.W 8 Street
Miami, FL 33135

Open Hours

Monday – Friday
6 A.M – 7 P.M
Weekends: Closed

Child Care

Center Rules

Children Must Follow These Rules

Failure to comply will prevent continued participation in the program:

No gum or candy may be brought to the center
No jewelry may be worn
No body art or tattoos
No dying of hair
No electronic devices of any kind, unless medically necessary and only after providing appropriate documentation

Personal Property Policy

Items Not Permitted at Centers

Children are strictly prohibited from bringing any item of value such as jewelry, an electronic device, or any other item outside of those normally required for participation in classes.

The intent of this policy is to avoid the potential for lost or stolen items. These items are unnecessary for the children’s participation in the program and they detract from the educational mission.

Lincoln-Martí assumes no responsibility for the care or custody of any child’s personal property. The school appreciates your understanding and assistance in following these rules.

Scholarship Opportunities

Grants, Vouchers & Subsidized Programs

Lincoln-Martí offers vast scholarship opportunities, grants, vouchers and governmental subsidized programs to help families access quality childcare.

For more information on scholarships please call (305) 643-4888 ext. 283 or 282. Click here to contact us.

Phone · Email · Fax

Phone: (305) 642-1000
Email: info@lincoln-marti.com
Fax: (305) 649-2767

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