Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten at the Tampa Metro YMCA. Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten at the Tampa Metro YMCA.

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About VPK

The Tampa YMCA’s Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) programs provides a high-quality, nurturing environment where children develop early literacy, math, and social-emotional skills through the engaging Frog Street Pre-K curriculum. This dual-language program fosters curiosity, problem-solving, and school readiness through hands-on activities, music, and movement. With a focus on academic growth and character development, our VPK program helps children thrive and build a strong foundation for the future. 
 

VPK Requirements (All Locations)

  1. Must live in Florida at the time they are attending VPK. Residency is required for both the child and their parent/guardian
  2. Child must turn 4 on or before September 1st of the school year for which they're enrolling you 
  3. Updated Physical and Immunization records for your child
  4. Attain VPK Voucher through Early Learning Coalition website. https://www.elchc.org/families/free-vpk-for-4-year-olds/ 

VPK Details

VPK at Morgan Woods

When-

  • AM Program: 7:40am - 11:10am
    • Breakfast 7:40am-8:10am
  • PM Program: 12pm - 3:30pm
    • Lunch: 12pm - 12:20pm

Location: Morgan Woods Elementary School, 7001 Armand Dr, Tampa, FL 33624


Program Fee: $0

One-Time Registration Fee: $35

Register for VPK - AM

Register for VPK - PM

 

Looking for full-day care? Explore our new VPK locations at Bob Sierra and Central City YMCAs in the other section!

VPK at Additional YMCA Locations

The Tampa YMCA is expanding its Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) program to two more locations—Bob Sierra and Central City Family YMCAs! These full-day programs provide a nurturing, educational environment with engaging curriculum, licensed staff and plenty of opportunities for academic and social-emotional growth.

Full-day enrollment is required at these locations. Families using a VPK voucher will pay the wrap-around rate for the remaining hours not covered by the voucher. See wrap-around rates below.

Locations & Registration

Bob Sierra Family YMCA
Register for Bob Sierra Preschool/VPK

Central City Family YMCA
Register for Central City Preschool/VPK

Wrap-Around Rates

Registration Fee: Members: $35 one-time fee | Non-Members: $75 one-time fee

Age GroupMember RateNon-Member Rate
3-year-olds turning 4 by Sept 1$141/week$186/week
4-5-year-olds$125/week$155/week

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