FAQ

Below, you will find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about The Sprout School.

What is a Wait Pool?

• Unlike a traditional Wait List, this 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.

What happens if I submit to multiple locations?

• Submitting your interest to multiple locations may lead to communication from more than one Center Director if a space becomes available.

What type of subsidy is available?

• 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

What are your hours? 

• Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

What is included? 

• 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

What would I need to provide?

• Prescription formula and or Breast Milk
• Diaper cream
• Baby bottles & Pacifiers
• “Lovey” for nap time
• Change of clothes/Spare Shoes

Do you have cameras in the classroom?

• Yes there are cameras installed in every classroom.