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PreK3
The 2026-2027 application period for PreK3 will open on November 19, 2025 and will remain open until December 9, 2025.
How to Apply for PreK3 for the 2026-2027 School Year
APPLY FOR A SEAT: Application period opens on November 19, 2025 until December 9, 2025
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.
Schools will notify families once seats become available.
ENROLL AT ASSIGNED SCHOOL: After a seat has been accepted, visit school with required documents
To enroll, bring the following required documents to your assigned school:
- Birth certificate/proof of child's age
- Physical examination certificate signed by a licensed examiner
- Proof of Florida residency (two forms of documentation required)
PreK3 weekly tuition for 2026-2027at elementary school sites is TBD.
- There will be a non-refundable registration fee equal to one week's tuition.
- Free full-day PreK3 is provided at six sites. See schools listed in orange on the table below.
- Full-day PreK3 will be discounted at elementary school sites for students that have a parent and/or legal guardian who is a full-time PCS employee. Our Employee and Community Preschool site at Largo High School will also offer a discount for students that have a parent and/or legal guardian who is a full-time PCS employee. The discounted rate at elementary school sites for PreK3 will be TBD per week and the discounted rate at Largo High School for PreK3 will be TBD per week.
Prekindergarten 3
Watch The ABCs of PreK3 and VPK to find out more about PreK opportunities.
PreK3 is for children who are 3 years old on or before September 1 of the school year when they are attending PreK.
Children spend a full day in a safe and nurturing environment. PreK3 enhances language and communication skills, and supports cognitive, physical, social and emotional development. Guided by the Florida Learning and Developmental Standards, PreK3 provides activities in literacy, language, science, social studies, math, health and safety, art and music. Classes are staffed by a certified teacher and associate or two CDAs. Classes are blended to include students with exceptional student education services. Follow your child’s development using the THREES Child Development Checklist & Tips booklet. To prepare your child for PreK3, visit our Early Childhood Education resources page.
Questions about PreK3? Call 727-793-2717 ext. 2354.
2026-2027 School Year PreK3 Sites:
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Azalea Elementary |
Melrose Elementary* |
*Free full-day programs