We currently have funding
for childcare assistance
for eligible individuals.
Click here
to find out if you qualify!
MILTON OFFICE: (850) 983-5313
6460 Justice Avenue, Milton FL 32570
BY TELEPHONE ONLY - Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m. - noon
GULF BREEZE OFFICE: (850) 916-5422
3200 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze FL 32563
BY TELEPHONE ONLY - Monday 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday - Thursday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m. - noon
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Apply for Childcare Assistance or
update your eligibility for Childcare Assistance HERE
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COVID-19 UPDATE FOR CLIENTS AND PROVIDERS (8.9.21)
While we had hoped to reopen our offices, both our Milton and Gulf Breeze locations will continue to be closed to the public until further notice due to the Covid-19 Pandemic. This includes the computer room.
Clients: You may access the School Readiness and Voluntary Pre-K eligibility portal as well as Child Care Resource & Referral Services through links on our website. If you prefer, staff are still available and happy to assist you in accessing these and other services by telephone. Please continue to call 850-983-5313 for assistance.
Providers: Please continue to contact Early Learning Staff for assistance or concerns you may have.
Click Here for VPK School Year Options
Child Care Resource & Referral for Parents
The Child Care Resource and Referral Program is a free service that provides assistance to families in finding quality and affordable child care programs along with information about community resources to meet their individual needs.
For child care listings and/or resources in Santa Rosa County, please call 850-983-5313 or CLICK HERE for an on-line referral form. Our hours of operation are Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Child Care Resource & Referral for Providers
Staff are available to provide information about School Readiness and Voluntary Pre-kindergarten services to early care and education programs in Santa Rosa County, including information for providers interested in becoming contracted with the Coalition. The Coalition also offers guidance regarding enhancements for child care programs to ensure that children are involved in high-quality early learning experiences necessary for success in school and in life.
For more information, please call 850-983-5313.
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MISSION:
The Early Learning Coalition of Santa Rosa County provides a seamless system of care in which children receive the high quality school readiness services necessary for optimal cognitive, emotional, social and physical development, with the necessary linkage to screening and assessments, health care, and support for parents.