Need Help Paying for Child Care?
With the average cost of full-time child care for one child over $5,000 a year, many families find it difficult to afford child care so that they can go to work. The School Readiness program provides tuition assistance for child care for income-eligible families.
Eligibility is based on purpose for care (employment, in school, etc.) and on a sliding fee scale that factors in household income and number of persons in the household. To determine if you are eligible for participation in the program complete the application below:
- School Readiness Application (pdf 19.73 kB)
- Required Documentation Checklist (pdf 20.96 kB)
- Employment Verification form (pdf 71.42 kB)
Completed applications can be faxed to 850-922-0075. For further informations or questions contact us at 850-385-0504.
Enrollment into the School Readiness program occur when funding allows - otherwise, the ELC maintains a wait list for services and families are enrolled when funding becomes available.
