

Exploration & Wonder
Inspiring Our Future...
Let’s build the future—one brilliant mind at a time.
Welcome to SPARKGROUNDS — your destination for hands-on learning that sparks creativity, innovation, and confidence in Pre-K through 12th grade students. Through our dynamic STEM and art curriculums, robotics programs, and immersive STEM kits, we empower young minds to explore, build, and thrive.
Founded in 2020 by Carla and Richard Hay, SparkGrounds was born out of a mission to deliver meaningful, engaging education that goes far beyond the classroom. Our programs inspire curiosity and develop critical skills like problem-solving, teamwork, and self-expression—laying the foundation for lifelong learning and success in a fast-moving, ever-changing world.
Our Core Beliefs

Field Trips & Workshops
Serving Central Florida, we offer dynamic, hands-on STEM and art workshops delivered right at your location. Whether you’re planning a one-time event or ongoing programming, our expert instructors bring energy, creativity, and deep experience to every session.
Our ready-to-go programs are perfect for STEM festivals, in-school workshops, after-school clubs, special events, and homeschool co-ops. All instructors are highly trained, background-checked, and skilled at leading engaging projects for students from Pre-K through 12th grade. With exciting topics like animal circuits, binary code jewelry, 3D printing, and competitive robotics, we customize each experience to fit your audience.
Let us bring STEM learning to life—wherever you are.
