​At SproutBox, every activity is more than just fun — it’s a stepping stone in your child’s development.

Our 7 Learning Pillars are grounded in leading research from early childhood development experts in the UK and USA. These pillars reflect the science-backed understanding that the early years (birth to age 5) are a time of rapid brain development — and that play-based learning is one of the most effective ways to support a child’s growth across multiple developmental domains.

We’ve drawn inspiration from:

The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework – UK

• The EYFS outlines key learning areas for children from birth to age 5 in England, emphasizing learning through play, exploration, and active engagement.

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Montessori Education Principles 

• The Montessori approach highlights independence, hands-on learning, and development of the whole child through purposeful materials and activities.

The NAEYC Developmentally Appropriate Practice Guidelines – USA

• The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) promotes play-based, child-led learning that supports emotional, social, physical, and cognitive development.

Harvard Center on the Developing Child

• Research here shows that the architecture of the brain is built through active engagement and responsive relationships in the early years.

Each activity in SproutBox is tagged with 1–2 of our SproutBox Learning Pillars — making it easy for parents and caregivers to see what children are learning and why it matters. Whether your child is pouring rice into a sensory tray or painting with a sponge, they’re growing skills in coordination, creativity, confidence, and more.

These seven pillars ensure your child’s play is not only engaging — but also meaningful, intentional, and evidence-based.

Read more about each of our 7 pillars below.