Why choose Sprouts?
Sprouts is an urban art & nature micro-school - a unique place found only in Champaign, IL.
We're small.
With a maximum of 18 students at Sprouts at any given time, we have a tight-knit community of families.
We're urban.
Sprouts is located in central Champaign; we think nature isn’t a place you have to go, we can appreciate it wherever we are.
We're outside.
Sprouts preschool & after-school kids rarely go indoors – and our childcare class only spends rest time inside.
the nature
We’re discovering everything Central Illinois nature has to offer in every season at Sprouts.
the art
At Sprouts natural materials and process-style art gives children the tools and the confidence to create.
the play
Sprouts kids are immersed in free play with loose parts for extended periods of time.
the sprouts experience
Sprouts provides an essential childhood experience; the staff, mission, philosophy and environment ensure it.
the sprouts school
You won't find another school like ours.
the programs
Kids can attend preschool, childcare, after-school care, and summer camps in Champaign.
the curriculum
Our curriculum follows the natural events of Central Illinois seasons.
the schedule
Students get the time to explore nature, the tools to create art and the space to play.
the sprouts Reviews
Sprouts has been amazing for our timid, indoor-loving, homebody girl.
The outdoor setting, lots of engaging, creative and inclusive educational activities and the personal, caring staff make Sprouts the best daycare in C-U.
Couldn't imagine sending our daughter anywhere else! She geniunley looks forward to coming to Sprouts and leaves each day with a smile (and dirty clothes - a sure sign of a great time!).
At Sprouts I always felt complete trust that my children were given the best possible care.
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the sprouts admissions
Our admission process at Sprouts, like our school, isn't one you've seen before.
1
Interest List
Rather than a wait list, we keep an interest list of families that would like to be notified when an opening arises at Sprouts.
2
Application
When we have an opening, we will invite families from our interest list to apply for the spot.
3
Interview & Tour
Upon receiving applications, we will schedule interviews and tours of the Sprouts facility.
4
Enrollment
Following successful interviews, we will invite families to enroll at Sprouts.
the connection
We'd love to connect! If you have questions that aren't answered on our website, send us a note! Caity & Ellen personally answer every email.