A fantastic place to work - Software Engineer Sparx Learning Employee Review

5.0
Feb 5, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

- The mission of the company is great, so it feels like you are working towards something that will make the world a tiny bit better. - The benefits are excellent, from health insurance (virtual GP is very handy) to delicious cooked lunches and exercise classes. I very much enjoyed my paid sabbatical after 5 years, which gave the opportunity for a once in a lifetime trip. - The people are on the whole very friendly!

Cons

After 8 years, I have no reservations about working here. It’s possible that the grass is greener somewhere else, but I’m not motivated to find out!

Explore other reviews about Sparx Learning

5.0
Dec 18, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Nice people work there. I enjoyed my time.

Cons

No real cons. Overall good experience

5.0
Feb 8, 2018
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Sparx is an education research and technology company that is facing an exciting challenge: figure out the best way to teach maths and help school teachers use this to get the best out of their students. I couldn't have wished for a better job. - Meaningful work every day - Great mix of people. It's not just your standard tech company as we have content writers and editors, examiners, video and games developers. - A scientific, data-driven approach to teaching mathematics - People here really care about the students who are using Sparx and want them to succeed - it's not about making a quick buck - We work closely with schools. Can work in education without being a teacher - Other companies in the same group/building (Oxygen House) have a diverse and interesting mix of social enterprise projects: smart cities, solar power, sustainable building... - Tasty lunches and home baking provided every day! - Fun company events, green travel scheme, all-round good culture

Cons

- Sparx is changing fast and seeing a few growing pains as it does, but nothing insurmountable. - I think working at Oxygen House has spoiled me for other jobs in the future.

See reviews by: Helpful|Rating|Date|All