Programs & Services for Parents
Child Care Resource and Referral
For parents looking for child care in Manatee County, the Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County offers free, unbiased, personalized information on child care programs and providers in the area. Services include: A customized search for child care based on criteria you select such as location,...
School Readiness
School Readiness child care funding is available to eligible families to assist them in obtaining affordable, high quality child care. Children are eligible from birth through 12 years of age. If you and your family meet the below eligibility criteria, you may qualify for child care...
Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
VPK Program Options Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) is a free program designed to prepare four-year-old children for kindergarten and build the foundation for their educational success. VPK is available to all four-year-olds born on or before September 1st that reside in Florida, regardless...
Choosing a Child Care Provider
Choosing a Child Care Provider Choosing a child care facility or family day care home for your child is a very important decision. For parents looking for child care in Manatee County, the Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County offers free, unbiased, personalized information on child care programs...
Child Health and Development
The Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County offers a variety of programs to help with early detection of physical or learning challenges in a child's life. If any concerns are found, we promote understanding between parents and providers of the condition and propose a course of action to best address...
Inclusion Services
The Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County's Inclusion Specialist is able to connect families and providers with local resources and help ensure the child is in the least restrictive, and most appropriate environment. The Coalition makes available services to child care providers to enhance...
Parent Forms
SCHOOL READINESS FORMS Forms indicated with * are necessary during enrollment and redetermination. Completing these ahead of time where applicable will save time during the interview process. Grievance Policy Loss of Income School Training Verification Form Employment/Income...
Parent Resources
National Resources Child Care Aware SafeKids Worldwide Zero to Three, National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families National Institute of Child Health & Human Development National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Senate House of Representatives Legislation...
