THE SPROUT SCHOOL
A Child-led Approach to Early Education
About Sprout School
The Sprout School provides high-quality, full-day, year-round, early childhood education and childcare for children aged 2 months to 5 years. We believe every child deserves access to an excellent early learning experience, which is why our mixed income model welcomes families from all backgrounds. We blend every form of childcare subsidy available to a qualifying family, provide scholarships fueled by philanthropy, and allow full tuition paying families access State accredited early education and childcare.
Our Vision
The Sprout School provides an inclusive environment that supports children, families, and educators by committing to high-quality, nurturing, and collaborative practices. We prioritize a child-led curriculum rooted in strong relationships and teamwork to empower the full potential of our community.
Sprout School Difference
Play-based, Child-led Learning
Hands-on exploration that builds confidence and curiosity
Mixed-income, Inclusive Model
High-quality care accessible to families of all backgrounds
Proven Quality & Parent Satisfaction
Sprout School meets and exceeds Virginia’s quality ratings for early childhood education via Virginia’s Quality Birth to Five (VQB5) annual assessments
Whole Child Focus
Social-emotional, academic, and developmental growth
Strong Family Communication
Daily updates, conferences, and family engagement
Nutrition & Wellness
Healthy, well-balanced meals and snacks every day
Our Locations
Sprout School Bainbridge
2 months -5 years
1101 Bainbridge Street
Richmond, VA 23224
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Sprout School Fulton
2 months -5 years
1620 Williamsburg Road
Richmond, VA 23231
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Sprout School at the Children’s Museum
3 years-5 years
2626 W. Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23224
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Sprout School Second Presbyterian
2 months -5 years
5 N 5th Street
Richmond, VA 23219
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Sprout School St. Andrews
2 months -5 years
224 S Cherry Street
Richmond, VA 23220
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Coming soon in 2027
Sprout School at The Heights
2 months -5 years
Henrico County
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Enrollment
To get started, please click on the JOIN OUR WAIT POOL link for your desired location above.
Refer to the FAQ below for more information.
Faq
FrequentlyAskedQuestions
- Unlike a traditional Wait List, a Wait Pool is an unranked pool of families interested in enrolling.
- We begin the enrollment process each year in early spring for an August start date.
- Placement offers are made based on multiple factors including:
- Child’s age
- Siblings of a currently enrolled Sprout child
- Preferred location
- Type of slot
- Subsidized
- Full Tuition
- Because of these factors, there is no assigned number or “place in line.” Instead, we work to match open slots with families in the pool who meet enrollment criteria.
Submitting your interest to multiple locations may lead to communication from more than one Center Director if a space becomes available.
The Sprout School does not charge any fees to apply to the wait pool. However, once a space becomes available and a Center Director contacts you to secure enrollment, a $25 non-refundable registration fee will be collected.
There are several options which have differing eligibility requirements.
- Child Care Subsidy through VA Department of Education (screen for eligibility today)
- VECF Mixed Delivery Program
- City of Richmond Trust Fund
- Henrico County DSS
- Henrico County VPI
- Foster Care subsidy through your county
Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Meals – Breakfast, lunch, and snack
- Diapers, Training Pants (pull-ups), and wipes
- Non-prescription formula
- Water bottles and cups
- Rest time mats, sheets, and blankets
- Sunscreen
- Prescription formula and or Breast Milk
- Diaper cream
- Baby bottles & Pacifiers
- “Lovey” for nap time
- Change of clothes/Spare Shoes
- Please bring diapers, training pants, wipes, formula, water bottles, sunscreen, and any cups you prefer if you choose not to use those provided by The Sprout School.
Yes, there are cameras installed in every classroom.
The Sprout School is a Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) provider.
SNAP and FDPIR NDS
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