Linden Opens New Sprouts Early Education Campus on W. St. George's Ave.

Sprouts Early Education Academy has opened a new early childhood campus in Linden, expanding access to high-quality Pre-K 3 programming. Community leaders gathered on Thursday, August 6, 2026, to mark the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the newest location at 1025 West St. George's Avenue in St. George's Plaza. The four-classroom facility sits on the former Blockbuster Video site and opened at full capacity.

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Strong Community Demand

All 60 Pre-K 3 seats at the new campus were filled before a single class was held, demonstrating strong community demand for early childhood education. Linden Public Schools Pre-K 3 students are scheduled to begin classes at the new campus on September 2, 2026.

Planning and Partnership

The new campus represents more than two years of planning and collaboration between Linden Public Schools and Sprouts Early Education Academy. Mayor Derek Armstead spoke at the ribbon-cutting ceremony, reflecting on the timeline: "This project has taken two and a half years in the making. The city of Linden benefits from having Sprouts in our town. It is a well-run operation."

District Expansion

Superintendent Dr. Atiya Y. Perkins, Board of Education members, district administrators, city and county leaders, Sprouts staff, and community supporters attended the ceremony. The new campus adds 60 Pre-K 3 seats as part of Linden Public Schools' expanding early childhood initiative, which aims to meet rising demand for Pre-K enrollment by creating more high-quality learning spaces.

Community Support

The ribbon cutting reflected strong support for early childhood education expansion in Linden. The rapid filling of all 60 seats underscores the community's need for accessible, high-quality Pre-K programming.

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FAQ

Q: Is there a new Pre-K 3 program opening in Linden?
A: Yes. Sprouts Early Education Academy opened a new Pre-K 3 campus in Linden at St. George's Plaza. Classes begin September 2, 2026.

Q: Where is the new Sprouts Academy campus located?
A: The campus is located at 1025 West St. George's Avenue in St. George's Plaza, Linden, on the former Blockbuster Video site.

Q: How many Pre-K 3 seats are available?
A: The new campus offers 60 Pre-K 3 seats. All seats were filled before the first class began.

Q: When do classes start?
A: Pre-K 3 classes at the new Sprouts Academy campus are scheduled to begin on September 2, 2026.

Q: Is this part of Linden Public Schools?
A: Yes. The Sprouts Early Education Academy campus operates as part of Linden Public Schools' expanding early childhood initiative.

Q: What is the campus facility like?
A: The facility includes four classrooms designed for Pre-K 3 students. It sits on the former Blockbuster Video site in St. George's Plaza.

Q: How long has this project been in development?
A: The new campus represents more than two and a half years of planning and collaboration between Linden Public Schools and Sprouts Early Education Academy.

Q: Why is Linden expanding early childhood programs?
A: The expansion aims to meet rising demand for Pre-K enrollment by creating more high-quality learning spaces for young learners.