Quality education from child care (ages 0-5) through K-12. Serving families since 1968 with exceptional academics, special education support, and a caring community that empowers every student to reach their full potential.
We empower every child to reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally through proven programs and dedicated educators.
At Lincoln Marti Schools, every student’s journey tells a story of growth, confidence, and discovery.
Here’s what parents across our community are saying about their children’s experiences
“I graduated from Lincoln Martí in 2015 from the Hialeah Gardens campus, and I’m now a third-year medical student at Nova Southeastern University, working toward my dream of becoming a dermatologist. I’m so grateful for the incredible teachers and friends I met along the way; their guidance, support, and encouragement have truly shaped who I am today. I honestly couldn’t have made it this far without them, and I want to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone at Lincoln Martí for helping me grow, learn, and believe in myself every step of the way.”
Visit one of our campuses and see why families have trusted Lincoln-Martí Schools for over 55 years. Our friendly staff is ready to answer your questions and show you around.
Empowering every child to reach their full potential since 1968. Community. Learning. Growth.
Nurturing environment with hands-on learning activities. Extended hours (6 AM – 7 PM) designed for working families.
Comprehensive academic programs that prepare students for college and beyond with strong foundations in core subjects.
Individualized support and specialized therapies to help every student thrive at their own pace with dignity and care.
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 of the program year. Enrollment at Lincoln-Marti VPK requires no tuition — the program is fully funded by the State of Florida. Children attend Monday through Friday in a structured pre-kindergarten classroom emphasizing early literacy, math readiness, and bilingual development in English and Spanish.
To enroll, contact our main office at (305) 642-1000 or visit lincolnmarti.com/registration. Seats fill quickly. Lincoln-Marti operates VPK at multiple Miami-Dade locations including Little Havana, Hialeah, Homestead, Miami Beach, and Sweetwater. No application fees. Financial assistance available for families who qualify.
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. The childcare and daycare program enrolls children from age 0 through 5. VPK is available for 4-year-olds. Lincoln-Marti also operates K-12 schools and charter school campuses for kindergarten through 12th grade.
After-school and summer camp programs are available for school-age children. Special education support (ESE) is offered at select campuses. Hours are Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. To find the Lincoln-Marti location nearest you, call (305) 642-1000 or visit lincolnmarti.com.
Enrolling a child at Lincoln-Marti Schools and Childcare Centers in Miami-Dade is free and can be started online or in person. Visit lincolnmarti.com/registration to complete the online form, or call (305) 642-1000 to speak with an enrollment specialist. No application fees.
Documents typically required: child’s birth certificate, proof of immunizations, and proof of Miami-Dade residency. Financial assistance options include the Step Up for Students scholarship, the FES-UA (Florida Empowerment Scholarship – Unique Abilities) for students with special needs, state-funded childcare vouchers (ages 0–5), and the free VPK program (age 4). Lincoln-Marti has 26 locations across Miami-Dade including Little Havana, Hialeah, Homestead, Sweetwater, Overtown, and Miami Beach. Enrollment is open year-round.
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 at Lincoln-Marti is a federally funded program providing free comprehensive early childhood education, health screenings, nutritional support, and family services to income-eligible Miami-Dade families.
Eligibility is based on federal poverty guidelines or foster care status. Lincoln-Marti’s Early Head Start classrooms are bilingual (English and Spanish) and staffed by credentialed early childhood educators. To apply, contact (305) 642-1000 or visit lincolnmarti.com/registration. Priority enrollment is given to families with the lowest incomes.
