Apply for Prekindergarten Programs

2026-2027 PK3 and VPK Seat Availability as of September 28, 2026

 

APPLY FOR A SEAT ONLINE

Make sure you have a Parent Portal Account. You can create one by visiting focus.pcsb.org.

To apply, visit focus.pcsb.org and access the “Student Reservation System” link on the left side of the navigation pane. 

PAY ONLINE REGISTRATION FEE ONCE SEAT IS GRANTED

Log back into focus.pcsb.org with your parent account to open acceptance and pay registration fee.

ENROLL AT ASSIGNED SCHOOL

After enrollment opens, families will need to register at their assigned school and pay the online nonrefundable registration fee. Please bring the following required documents to the school site:

• Birth certificate/proof of child's age
• Physical examination certificate signed by a licensed examiner
• Proof of Florida residency (two forms of documentation required)

VPK CERTIFICATE OF ELIGIBILITY: Application opens Jan. 1, 2026 (Please note: The certificate is only required for VPK)

The application for the VPK Certificate of Eligibility opens January 1, 2026. Please visit the Early Learning Coalition of Pinellas County to apply. 

This document must be received and submitted to the school prior to a student starting in VPK. For additional information about the certificate, please call the Early Learning Coalition at (727) 400-4411.