Childcare & Daycare Software
Best Childcare Software for 2025
Daily reports, billing, and parent communication for daycares and childcare centers. Compare 8 platforms.
1
Brightwheel
Leading childcare app with daily reports, billing, and parent communication.
$100/mo
By enrollment
4.8(4200)
•Best for: Centers wanting best parent experienceDaily reportsBillingCheck-in/outParent appAttendanceLearning
2
Procare Solutions
Comprehensive childcare management with strong billing and reporting.
$79/mo
By features
4.4(2800)
•Best for: Established centersEnrollmentBillingAttendanceParent engagementReportingSubsidy
3
Kangarootime
All-in-one childcare software with contactless check-in and billing.
$3/child
Per child/month
4.6(1450)
•Best for: Value-focused centersCheck-inBillingParent appStaff managementCurriculumReports
4
HiMama
Childcare app focused on daily reports and developmental tracking.
$5/child
Per child/month
4.7(1680)
•Best for: Daily reporting focusDaily reportsPhotos/videosLearning assessmentsParent appMessaging
5
Sandbox Childcare
Modern childcare management with automated billing and subsidies.
$99/mo
By center
4.5(890)
•Best for: Subsidy-heavy programsEnrollmentBillingSubsidy managementAttendanceParent portal
6
Kindertales
Affordable childcare software with essential management features.
$2/child
Per child/month
4.4(520)
•Best for: Small centers on budgetDaily reportsAttendanceBillingParent appStaff scheduling
7
Lillio (formerly Kindyhub)
Childcare platform with strong programming and curriculum tools.
$4/child
Per child/month
4.5(680)
•Best for: Curriculum-focused centersDaily journalsProgrammingPortfoliosParent appObservations
8
Famly
Beautiful childcare app with observations and parent engagement.
$3/child
Per child/month
4.6(920)
•Best for: Design-focused centersObservationsDaily feedInvoicingCheck-inParent appMessaging