Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my child is ready?
- How do I know if my child is ready?
- Take a look at the list of Kindergarten Readiness Indicators. In 2006, schools in Florida started administering the Florida Kindergarten readiness screener (FLKRS) to assess the readiness of each child for kindergarten.
[back to the top]- Is there a program for preschoolers to help prepare my child for kindergarten?
- A constitutional amendment passed by Florida's voters in November 2002 required a Voluntary Pre-kindergarten Program for all four-year-old children by fall 2005. The program was designed to prepare four-year-olds for kindergarten and build the foundation for their educational success. The program allows a parent to enroll his or her eligible child (four years old by September 1 and residing in Florida) in a free VPK program.
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The program is voluntary for children and providers. Visit State of Florida VPK website to learn more about this program. Visit Orange County Early Childhood Education website to learn more about Orange County VPK and other Early Childhood resources and programs.
[back to the top]- How do I sign up my child for school?
- Visit Orange County Public Schools' website to find how to enroll your child.
[back to the top]- Is there a specific school to which my child will need to be assigned?
- Find your school in Orange County here.
[back to the top]- What school choices do I have?
- Visit the Orange County Public School's School Choices to find out about other options. You can also visit the following websites to get information about private schools in Orange County:
- . Florida Smart
- . Private School Review
- . Private Schools Report
- . Private Schools Directory
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- What if I want to home school my children?
- View the Home Education section of the Orange County Public Schools' website for more information.
[back to the top]- What if I have more questions?
- View or print out the Orange County Public Schools' Parents' Guide if you have other questions. You can also find more information by visiting the Orange County Public Schools' website.
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