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Baker Center

Together We Fly

Enrollment Information

What to expect:

Once you have all the documentation gathered, head over to either Baker Center (Punta Gorda) or Pumpkin Patch (Port Charlotte) and ask for a Family Advocate. An available Family Advocate will assist you with your application, ask a couple additional questions regarding your household, and answer any questions you may have.

  1. Proof of Charlotte County residency

Commonly accepted:
-Car registration
-FPL bill
-Voters registration
-Mortgage or rental agreement


We can NOT accept:
-Bank statements
-Driver's License
-Junk Mail
-Mail pieces that are not listed above

  1. Proof of total household income

This includes:
-12 months worth o  paystubs
-2024 1040 tax form
-W2
-Child support
-VA benefit
-Current TANF/SSI/SSD/ SNAP statement (if you receive SNAP, that is ALL the documentation needed for proof of
income!)

  1. Current physical and immunizations

Bring the following to complete your application:

Acceptable Proof of Birth Documents:

  • Birth Certificate: Original or certified copy.
  • Passport: US or foreign passport.

Commonly accepted:

  • Car registration
  • FPL bill
  • Water Bill
  • Voters registration
  • Mortgage or rental agreement

We can NOT accept:

  • Bank statements
  • Driver's License
  • Health insurance documents
  • Junk Mail
  • Mail pieces that are not listed above

This includes:

  • 12 months worth of  paystubs
  • 2024 1040 tax form
  • W2
  • Child support
  • VA benefit
  • Current TANF/SSI/SSD/ SNAP statement (if you receive SNAP, that is ALL the documentation needed for proof of income!)
  • Current physical with height, weight, hearing, vision, and blood pressure (if applicable) 
  • Immunization 
  • Dental screening or exam documentation (not needed at the time of registration)
  • Acceptable Proof of Birth Documents:

    • Birth Certificate: Original or certified copy.
    • Passport: US or foreign passport.
  • Commonly accepted:

    • Car registration
    • FPL bill
    • Water Bill
    • Voters registration
    • Mortgage or rental agreement

    We can NOT accept:

    • Bank statements
    • Driver's License
    • Health insurance documents
    • Junk Mail
    • Mail pieces that are not listed above
  • This includes:

    • 12 months worth of  paystubs
    • 2024 1040 tax form
    • W2
    • Child support
    • VA benefit
    • Current TANF/SSI/SSD/ SNAP statement (if you receive SNAP, that is ALL the documentation needed for proof of income!)
    • Current physical with height, weight, hearing, vision, and blood pressure (if applicable) 
    • Immunization 
    • Dental screening or exam documentation (not needed at the time of registration)

Common Questions:

  • Birth - 5 Years

  • Drop-Off: 7:45 A.M. – 8:15 A.M.

    Pick-Up: 2:45 P.M. – 3:15 P.M.

  • We provide a wholesome breakfast, a balanced lunch, and a healthy afternoon snack every day.

    NO outside food allowed

  • Available for an additional fee ONLY for tuition students located at the Baker Center and Pumpkin Patch for the 2025-2026 School Year

    *For availability at other schools please contact that school.

We're Here to Help!

Come visit us at either Baker Center or Pumpkin Patch to fill out a 25/26 school year application.

Baker Center: 311 E. Charlotte Ave Punta Gorda

941-575-5470

Pumpkin Patch: 18300 Cochran Blvd Port Charlotte

941-559-2050