# Sprout Labs

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/sprout-labs

- Industry: Education/Training
- Headquarters: Needham, US
- Website: www.earlybirdeducation.com
- Total disclosed funding: $6.7M
- Latest round: Seed (Jan 10, 2022)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Founded in 2020 and based in Needham, Massachusetts, Sprout Labs, Inc. focuses on developing early literacy assessment tools aimed at improving reading skills in young learners. Their innovative programs support educators and families across North America.Sprout Labs, Inc. specializes in early literacy assessment programs that identify reading challenges in children. The company was founded in 2020 in Needham, Massachusetts, by Nadine Gaab. Sprout Labs has successfully completed 4 deals, with the most recent occurring on December 6, 2024. They raised USD 2.000 mn in Seed funding, bringing their total amount raised to USD 2.000 mn and valuing the company at USD 15.915 mn.EarlyBird Education specializes in early literacy assessment and intervention programs designed to identify and address potential reading challenges, such as dyslexia, in young learners. The EarlyBird program employs a game-based assessment to analyze children's reading abilities and pinpoint specific literacy challenges. This program is tailored for educational institutions and families, equipping them with actionable tools to support literacy development. It primarily serves schools, educators, and families, focusing on the K-3 educational market across the United States and Canada, aiming to transform educational outcomes for children facing literacy difficulties.EarlyBird Education generates revenue primarily through subscription-based models aimed at educational institutions, families, and educators. Schools and districts can license the EarlyBird program and resources, allowing for the implementation of assessment tools in curricula. Families can access the platform directly, benefiting from tailored assessments and educational resources. The pricing structure accommodates various customer segments, providing a comprehensive suite of services that can be customized based on specific needs, with revenue derived from direct transactions with school districts and families.In December 2024, Sprout Labs, Inc. raised USD 2 million in Seed funding to support its growth initiatives. The company plans to enhance its product offerings with new early literacy programs designed to launch by mid-2025. Additionally, Sprout Labs aims to expand its services into new markets, specifically targeting regions in Canada and select states in the Midwest by the end of 2025. The recent funding will be allocated towards product development and marketing efforts to facilitate this expansion.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jan 10, 2022, $5.2M — Lobby Capital
- Seed, May 5, 2021, $1.5M — Amplify Partners, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Flare Capital Partners
- Seed, Jan 1, 2021 — Flare Capital Partners

## Investors

- Flare Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/flare-capital-partners) — Seed
- Amplify Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/amplify-partners) — Seed
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology — Seed
- Lobby Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/lobby-capital) — Seed