Question 1

Is VPK free in Florida?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

What age does Lincoln-Marti accept?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

How do I enroll at Lincoln-Marti Schools?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 4

What is Early Head Start in Miami?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 5

Does Lincoln-Marti offer bilingual education?

Accepted Answer

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.

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