CCPS school start times for 2026-27 are now available, and Collier County families should check their child’s start and dismissal times before the first day of school on August 11, 2026. Collier County Public Schools has made minor schedule adjustments at some elementary schools, so reviewing your school’s time now can help your family plan transportation, morning routines, after-school care, and bus schedules with less stress.
Whether your child rides the bus, bikes, walks, or gets a ride, a smooth first day starts with knowing the daily schedule.
What Are the 2026-27 CCPS Elementary School Start Times?
Elementary start times vary by school. Some Collier County Public Schools elementary schedules have minor adjustments for the 2026-27 school year.
8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Everglades City School
8:20 a.m. to 2:50 p.m.
- Big Cypress
- Corkscrew
- Eden Park
- Estates
- Golden Terrace
- Herbert Cambridge
- Highlands
- Lake Trafford
- Lely
- Manatee
- Palmetto
- Parkside
- Poinciana
- Shadowlawn
- Tommie Barfield
8:25 a.m. to 2:55 p.m.
- Avalon
- Ave Maria
- Bear Creek
- Calusa Park
- Golden Gate
- Lake Park
- Laurel Oak
- Lavern Gaynor
- Mike Davis
- Naples Park
- Osceola
- Pelican Marsh
- Pinecrest
- Sabal Palm
- Sea Gate
- Veterans Memorial
- Village Oaks
- Vineyards
For more ways to prepare your child for the school year, read these local back-to-school health tips from pediatricians.
What Are the 2026-27 CCPS Middle School Start Times?
Middle school students in Collier County have later start times than high school students. Families with children at multiple schools should compare schedules now.
8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Everglades City School
8:55 a.m. to 3:40 p.m.
- Immokalee Middle
9:05 a.m. to 3:50 p.m.
- Corkscrew
- Cypress Palm
- East Naples
- Golden Gate
- Gulfview
- Manatee
- North Naples
- Oakridge
- Pine Ridge
If your middle schooler is becoming more independent, review the route, pickup location, and after-school expectations together before August 11.
What Are the 2026-27 CCPS High School Start Times?
Most CCPS high schools begin early, so families may want to adjust sleep schedules before the first day. A gradual shift can make early mornings easier.
Key action: Move bedtime and wake-up time earlier before school begins.
7:10 a.m. to 2:05 p.m.
- Aubrey Rogers
- Barron Collier
- Golden Gate
- Gulf Coast
- Immokalee
- Lely
- Naples
- Palmetto Ridge
7:15 a.m. to 1:50 p.m.
- Lorenzo Walker Technical High
8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Everglades City
New to CCPS? When Should You Enroll?
Families of incoming kindergarteners and students new to Collier County Public Schools should begin enrollment early. Completing enrollment by July 15 helps students be ready for the first day of school on August 11.
Key action: Start enrollment early, especially if your child is entering kindergarten or transferring from another school district.
- Gather required documents before starting the process.
- Complete enrollment by July 15 when possible.
- Confirm your assigned school and daily schedule.
- Watch for school-specific messages before the first day.
Families can begin enrollment at collierschools.com/enroll. Additional CCPS back-to-school information is available at collierschools.com/backtoschool.
How Can Families Make the First Week Easier?
The first week of school often brings heavier traffic, new routines, and extra questions. A little planning can help your child feel calmer and more confident.
Key action: Create a simple first-week plan and review it with your child.
- Pack backpacks and lunches the night before.
- Choose first-day outfits in advance.
- Set alarms for both wake-up and leave-the-house times.
- Review pickup plans with your child each morning.
- Keep school phone numbers and bus information handy.
For more local back-to-school resources, save the date for the Southwest Florida Family Back to School Expo on August 1, 2026. It is a helpful way for Collier County families to connect with school-year resources, activities, and community support.
With the CCPS school start times for 2026-27 confirmed, families can start the year with a clear plan, a calmer morning, and more confidence on day one.