School Readiness Plus (SR Plus) Program
The Division of Early Learning is excited to announce the upcoming launch of the new state-funded School Readiness Plus (SR Plus) Program.
The SR Plus program helps low-income families pay for child care while lessening the effect of the “benefits cliff” when those families are no longer eligible for the School Readiness (SR) Program. Participating SR Plus families will pay an increased portion of the cost of their child care. The intent of the program is to ensure families are economically self-sufficient and capable of assuming the full cost of child care after exiting the SR Plus program. In essence, it supports families in accepting promotions while not losing their entire child care subsidy.
Rule 6M-9.200, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.), School Readiness Plus Program, was approved by the State Board of Education on August 21, 2024.
To learn more about the SR Plus Program, read materials at the links provided below.
SR Plus Program Memo (PDF)