Primavera Preschool is a Florida VPK provider in the Westchase area of Tampa. VPK is free preschool for eligible 4 year olds in Florida, regardless of income, and we offer both school year VPK and Summer VPK, with extended care before and after VPK hours.
- Who is eligibleAny child who is four years old on or before September 1 and is a Florida resident is eligible for VPK.
- School year or Summer VPKSchool year VPK provides 540 hours of instruction. Summer VPK provides 300 instructional hours. Your child attends one or the other, and Primavera offers both.
- Ready for kindergartenOur VPK classes use Big Day for Pre-K, building math thinking, phonological awareness, print knowledge, comprehension and early literacy.
- A full day when you need itSchool year VPK is usually part day. Our extended care covers the rest, and the school is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.
- Growing as a whole childWe use Conscious Discipline for self regulation, character development, self help skills and positive behavior, plus Spanish, soccer and Shining Stars.
- Safe and screenedEvery staff member has Level 2 background screening and CPR and First Aid. Florida license C13HI0284, APPLE and Gold Seal accredited.
How to apply
- Create an account and apply for your child's VPK certificate in the Family Portal. The Early Learning Coalition of Hillsborough County explains each step, and its document checklist comes in English and Spanish.
- Wait for your certificate. The Coalition says processing can take up to 10 calendar days.
- Choose Primavera Preschool as your VPK provider and bring us your certificate.
- Call us at (813) 855-6718 to schedule a tour, or request availability.
VPK questions
Who is eligible for free VPK?
Any child who is four years old on or before September 1 and is a Florida resident.
Can my child do both school year VPK and Summer VPK?
No. A child attends either school year VPK (540 hours) or Summer VPK (300 hours). Primavera offers both, so you can choose the one that fits your family.
How long is the VPK day?
School year VPK is usually a part day program, and Summer VPK is typically full day. Our extended care covers the rest of the day, and the school is open 7:00 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.
How long does the VPK certificate take?
The Early Learning Coalition says processing can take up to 10 calendar days. You can check the status in your Family Portal account.
We live in Pinellas County. Can my child attend VPK at Primavera?
Yes, any Florida resident can. You register for VPK in the county where your child will attend, so families coming to Primavera register through the Early Learning Coalition of Hillsborough County.
Is the VPK paperwork available in Spanish?
Yes. The Early Learning Coalition publishes its VPK eligibility checklist and residency affidavit in English and Spanish.
