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.

Refund & Returns Policy

Effective Date: June 22, 2026

This Refund & Returns Policy applies to products purchased through the Lincoln-Martí Schools online store at lincolnmarti.com. We want you to be satisfied with your purchase. If you are not completely satisfied, please review the terms below.

Return Window

You may request a return within [30] days of the delivery or pickup date. To be eligible for a return, items must be unworn, unwashed, in their original condition, and with all original tags and packaging attached.

Non-Returnable Items

For hygiene reasons and because certain items are made or customized to order, the following items are not eligible for return or refund:

Items that have been worn, washed, altered, or damaged after delivery;
Personalized, embroidered, or custom-made items;
Items marked as “final sale” or “clearance”; and
[Any other non-returnable categories, e.g., undergarments, socks.]

How to Start a Return

To begin a return, please contact us at info@lincoln-marti.com or (305) 642-1000 with your order number and the item(s) you wish to return. We will provide instructions on how and where to send your return. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return may not be accepted.

Exchanges

If you need a different size or item, the fastest way is to contact us to arrange an exchange, subject to availability. [Describe whether exchanges are handled as a return + new order, or as a direct swap.]

Damaged, Defective, or Incorrect Items

Please inspect your order upon receipt. If an item is defective, damaged, or you received the wrong item, contact us within [7] days of delivery so we can evaluate the issue and make it right at no additional cost to you.

Return Shipping Costs

[State who pays return shipping. For example: “Customers are responsible for return shipping costs unless the item is defective, damaged, or incorrect, in which case Lincoln-Martí will cover return shipping.”] Original shipping charges are non-refundable except where an item is defective, damaged, or incorrect.

Refunds

Once we receive and inspect your returned item, we will notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund. If approved, your refund will be processed to your original payment method within [7–10] business days. Please note that it may take additional time for your bank or card issuer to post the refund to your account.

In-Store / Campus Pickup Returns

[If items may be returned in person at a campus location, describe that option here, including any locations or hours. If not offered, this section may be removed.]

Related Policies

This Refund & Returns Policy is part of a set of policies that govern your use of our Site and online store. Please also review the following:

Privacy Policy — how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Cookie Policy — how we use cookies and similar technologies.
Terms of Use — the terms that govern your use of the Site.
Shipping Policy — how online store orders are processed and delivered.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about returns or refunds, please contact us:

Lincoln-Martí Schools
2700 S.W. 8 Street
Miami, FL 33135
Phone: (305) 642-1000
Email: info@lincoln-marti.com