Sprouts Art & Nature School
Private
Small teacher-owned urban nature micro-school in Champaign for children ages 2–6, running weekly summer camps alongside its morning preschool, full-day childcare and year-round art and nature classes. Days emphasize process-based art that values exploration over finished product, child-led play with loose parts, and outdoor play in all weather on a 7,000-square-foot nature playground where children are free to take physical risks. Its approach draws on Waldorf experiential education; the school was founded in 2014.
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★★★★★Megan BairdBoth of our kids have been at Sprouts for a few years and we couldn't imagine a better place for our children. They have grown in confidence and knowledge! When our oldest went onto Kindergarten he was well prepared educationally as well as full of kindness. We love the outside aspect and we hope a love of nature and art is something that they carry with them always. Sprouts is simply the best and I would highly recommend it to any parent!
★★★★★James McGovern
★★★★★McGovern FamilySprouts has been such an incredible experience for our family. The love, care, and intentionality that Caity and Ellen put into this program shines through in everything they do. They have created such a beautiful environment where children are encouraged to explore, create, grow, and become good stewards of the earth through nature, art, kindness, and hands on learning. During a very difficult season in our lives, they welcomed our family with open arms and made us feel comfortable and supported from the very beginning. Watching our daughter grow and truly thrive at Sprouts has been amazing to see. Her confidence, creativity, excitement for learning, and overall happiness blossomed so much throughout the year. Sprouts is so much more than just a school, it is a loving, nurturing community where children are genuinely valued and encouraged to be themselves. We truly could not be happier to be part of the Sprouts family, and we are so excited for our other children to experience this wonderful program in the future.
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★★★★★Kristina ReeseWe love Sprouts! 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.