Florida VPK

Our Growing Room curriculums are tailored specifically for Florida Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) programs, providing a high-quality, engaging preschool experience for children age 4 before September 1.

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Florida was the first state to offer pre-kindergarten for all children, regardless of income. Our VPK program follows state standards, including:

  • 540 hours of instruction

  • Teacher-to-student ratio of 1:11

  • Maximum 22 children per classroom

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Growing Room goes beyond standards, preparing children to enter kindergarten confident, curious, and ready to learn. Our curriculum balances child-initiated and teacher-facilitated learning with hands-on experiences that encourage children to:

  • Solve problems

  • Be creative

  • Be independent

  • Investigate

  • Discover

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Whole-Child Development

Our VPK program focuses on physical, cognitive, and social development, including:

  • Language & Literacy – Listening skills, phonological awareness, reading, writing, and expressive language

  • Mathematics – Number sense, patterns, and shapes

  • Science & Social Studies – Exploring the world and understanding communities

  • Creativity – Art, music, dramatic play, and imaginative activities

Classroom Structure and Daily Routine

Florida VPK classrooms are organized into clearly defined learning areas:

  • Language & Literacy

  • Math / Manipulatives

  • Dramatic Play

  • Art

  • Blocks

  • Science

  • Music & Movement

  • Outdoor Play

Children engage in social and emotional learning, developing self-control, responsibility, and respect for themselves, others, and property. They also learn to appreciate their roles in the family, classroom, and community, while respecting diversity and differences.

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Physical Health and Development

Growing Room VPK children participate in:

  • Gross-motor activities – Develop control, balance, strength, and coordination

  • Fine-motor activities – Strengthen hand-eye coordination and dexterity

  • Healthy habits – Understanding safe living practices

Assessment is ongoing and involves parents and caregivers, ensuring each child’s growth is monitored and supported.

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