VPK
AYA’s Early Childhood Program adheres to the regulations of the Department of Children and Families.
AYA follows the guidelines of: Children may participate in the VPK program once. Once a child is eligible to enter kindergarten, they are no longer eligible to participate in VPK. If you aren't sure about your child's eligibility, please call the Hillsborough County VPK Office: (813) 515-2340 ext. 1 or visit the VPK Website. |
Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) Provides families with comprehensive information and customized referrals for all school readiness and early care and education programs. All referrals are unbiased, computer generated and based on individual family circumstances and preferences, without regard to the family income.
One of the most important and difficult decisions for families is choosing an arrangement that best meets their needs. CCR&R is committed to helping families find answers to their questions regarding how to locate, choose and use quality services, access financial assistance, and other early childhood and education concerns.
Eligibility for financial assistance for the early childhood program can be determined by Child Care Resource and Referral. A sliding fee schedule is used to determine the parent's portion of payment based on income. Services are provided to children from infancy through age 10.
For more information about this program, please use this link.
TEACHER/CHILD RATIO
All of AYA’s classrooms follow teacher/child ratios as required by the Department of Children and Families and VPK.
Licensing requires the following minimum adult-child ratios:
VPK accredited centers require the following minimum adult-child ratios:
Licensing requires the following minimum adult-child ratios:
- 3 year old's: 1:15
- 4 and 5 year old's: 1:20
VPK accredited centers require the following minimum adult-child ratios:
- 3 year old's: 1:15 (group size of 20) w/FT Assistant available
- 4 year old's: 1:10 (maximum group size of 18)