# SproutAbout

> Exclusive to our families, SproutAbout elevates the family-school connection.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.learningcaregroup.sproutabout](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.learningcaregroup.sproutabout)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.learningcaregroup.sproutabout`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Learning Care Group
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 154,726
- **Rating:** 3.30 / 5 (659 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.9.4
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-28
- **First published:** 2022-01-03
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 44 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-19
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.learningcaregroup.sproutabout)
- **Website:** [https://www.learningcaregroup.com/sproutabout/techsupport/](https://www.learningcaregroup.com/sproutabout/techsupport/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.learningcaregroup.com/privacy-policy/](https://www.learningcaregroup.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

SproutAbout is an exclusive early childhood education app designed to strengthen family-school connections. This all-in-one platform offers live classroom video streaming, direct messaging with school staff, and real-time updates on your child's activities, naps, meals, and learning goals. Specially created for families enrolled in over 1,000 schools, SproutAbout keeps working parents connected and informed throughout the school day.

Developed with input from families and educators, SproutAbout promotes safety, engagement, and peace of mind. Its intuitive features include sharing pick-up/drop-off notes, saving and commenting on photos and videos, and tracking routine logs, making it the next best thing to being in the classroom with your child. Download SproutAbout today to nurture your child's growth and stay connected every step of the way!

## Rankings

- #180,948 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.DOWNLOAD_WITHOUT_NOTIFICATION`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.learningcaregroup.sproutabout.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise SproutAbout for allowing check-ins, live camera access, and updates from caregivers, which offers peace of mind and supports preschool communication. However, many reviews focus on reliability issues: the app is often slow to load or wont open, frequently crashes, and messages can be missed due to delays. Some users report improvement after updates and note responsive support. Overall, its valuable for communication but reliability needs work.

### Pros

- Ability to check in during the day and see how the child is doing
- Live camera/video updates to view the child during the day
- Keeps parents in touch with staff and provides updates/peace of mind
- Useful for preschool communication
- Responsive customer support that fixes issues

### Cons

- Very slow to load or often wont load / time out / hangs
- Frequent crashes or instability requiring restarts or reinstalls
- Important messages can be missed due to loading issues or not opening
- Inconsistent performance across devices leading to variable experiences

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.learningcaregroup.sproutabout)