Vanguard Kids Academy

Family Resources

Financial Assistance & Subsidized Programs

Vanguard Kids participates in state and federally funded programs that help eligible families reduce or eliminate the cost of childcare and early education.

Where to Start

Childcare costs matter. We can help you understand your options.

Our team helps families understand available programs, approved certificates, enrollment resources, and the right campus contact for their next step.

Ask about eligibility

Our office can help families understand program information, eligibility questions, and next steps.

Bring approved documents

Families with approved certificates or program paperwork can share those details with the campus team.

Contact your campus

Program availability can vary by campus, so the best next step is to contact the campus you prefer.

Program Guide

Funding and early learning resources for families.

Childcare tuition assistance

School Readiness

School Readiness provides childcare tuition assistance to eligible Florida families through the Early Learning Coalition. Families with approved School Readiness funding can use their certificate at Vanguard Kids Academy.

  • Helps eligible families reduce childcare tuition costs
  • Works through the Early Learning Coalition
  • Supports consistent care and early education routines

Free Florida VPK program

Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)

Florida's Voluntary Prekindergarten Education Program, or VPK, is free for Florida children who are 4 years old on or before September 1. VPK helps children build early literacy, math, social, and emotional skills while preparing them for kindergarten.

  • Early literacy, math, and hands-on lessons
  • Teacher interactions that build confidence and independence
  • Social and emotional skills for the kindergarten transition

Federally funded infant and toddler support

Early Head Start (EHS)

Early Head Start is a federally funded program that helps eligible infants, toddlers, and families access high-quality early childhood education and family support at little or no cost.

  • Supports healthy development and family goals
  • Designed for eligible infants, toddlers, and families
  • May be available at little or no cost for qualifying families

Early Head Start availability may vary by campus. Dover offers Early Head Start; please contact Vanguard Kids Academy for current program details.

Guidance for families

Office Support & Enrollment Help

Vanguard Kids Academy's office can help families understand program information, eligibility, enrollment resources, and funding opportunities before they choose a campus or complete enrollment paperwork.

  • Help understanding available program information
  • Enrollment packet and document guidance
  • Campus-specific availability and next steps

Campus Support

More questions? We're a call away.

Contact your preferred campus to ask about eligibility, current openings, and enrollment resources.

Dover

Ask about School Readiness, VPK, and Early Head Start availability.

(813) 530-0032

Fort Myers

Ask about School Readiness, VPK, and current childcare openings.

(239) 694-5912