art + nature + imagination
childhood at its best
Preschool rooted in play, creativity, and the outdoors.
why sprouts
small means special
Preschool that adapts to the children in it – every year, every class.
art + creativity
Process-based art that prioritizes exploration over outcome.
nature + outdoors
Outdoor play in all weather – risk-taking and confidence-building.
imagination + play
Loose parts and child-led play growing imagination and autonomy.
students
18
[whole school]
teachers
2
[total]
experience
10+
[years in C-U]
hours outside
1000+
[every year]
now accepting interest applications
is sprouts the right fit for your family?
Sprouts is a small, teacher-owned preschool for children ages 2 – 6 in Champaign-Urbana. Spots are limited and filled as they open – join our interest pool to be the first to know.
more ways to play
experiences for every child
Open to all families in Champaign-Urbana – no preschool enrollment required.
AGES 4 – 6
yoga
Playful, movement-based yoga built around imagination and calm.
AGES 3 – 8
art
Process-based art projects – making, experimenting, and creating freely.
AGES 3 – 8
nature
Outdoor exploration, seasonal discovery, and hands-on nature play.
AGES 3 – 8
studio
A creative drop-in space for open-ended making and imaginative play.
Sprouts Families
what parents say
One of the hardest things as a parent is having complete peace of mind while your children are being cared for by others – but at Sprouts I always felt complete trust that my children were given the best possible care.
– Sprouts Parent
Sprouts is a part of our village and we trust them completely. There are no other places in town that provide the level of outdoor, imaginative play that my son gets daily at Sprouts. They are a diamond in the rough!
– Sprouts Parent
The space is aesthetically inviting, with lots of areas for imaginative play and an emphasis on curiosity, creativity, and outdoor play. Caity and Ellen are fun and professional, and truly care about each kid.
– Sprouts Parent
ready to find your people?
Sprouts is more than a school – it’s a community of families who believe childhood deserves to be lived fully, freely, and joyfully. We’d love to meet you.