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What Parents Look for When Choosing a Child Care Center or a Preschool

Parents have many options when evaluating childcare centers and preschools for their children to attend. And while proximity to their work and home will be crucial and cost plays a vital role in their decision-making, parents also evaluate several other factors. The most important thing parents are looking for is the program’s quality of care. Before […]

Date Icon May 5, 2022 Comment Icon No Comment

Creating a Win from The Great Resignation

The year 2021 was heavily characterized by what experts are referring to as “The Great Resignation.” People chose to quit their jobs at rates exceeding anything the U.S. has seen in the previous 20 years. While the news of so many resignations might be shocking and concerning for childcare, business owners realize that there are […]

Date Icon April 21, 2022 Comment Icon No Comment

What Are the Benefits of a Parent-teacher Communication App?

Modern childcare organizations need a parent-teacher communication app. These apps aid in parent-teacher communication in a variety of ways including instant messaging, daily recaps and developmental milestone tracking. A weekly or monthly email newsletter to parents serves a certain communication need. But in the world of instant Tweets, smartphone notifications for every bank deposit and […]

Date Icon January 27, 2022 Comment Icon No Comment

Introducing the New iCare Mobile Childcare App for Parents

Parents will appreciate the ability to manage their interactions with your childcare center all from their mobile phone anytime, anywhere through the new iCare Software childcare app for parents. And soon, teachers will be able to log into that same app to interact with parents seamlessly.  No need to worry about multiple apps on your […]

Date Icon January 11, 2022 Comment Icon No Comment

Thanksgiving Classroom Activities Perfect For Preschool

Fun parties, special treats, and Thanksgiving classroom activities can help make this time of year enjoyable for young children. But as educators, you might be looking to take it one step further to explain the historical roots, cultural traditions and significance behind each holiday. Thanksgiving is no exception, and your team can begin instructing children […]

Date Icon November 22, 2021 Comment Icon No Comment

Safe Halloween Activities for Preschoolers

Halloween activities can be tons of fun with preschoolers. Their eyes fill with wonder as they gaze upon pumpkins, cornfields and scarecrows while chasing down their favorite candy while trick or treating. And although the holiday holds many fun treats and experiences, it can also carry some risks with it if you aren’t careful. Learn […]

Date Icon October 26, 2021 Comment Icon No Comment

How a CCMS Can Help You Reduce Staff Turnover and Attract the Best Staff

Your teachers are your greatest asset. Classroom busy work and administrative tasks like attendance tracking and manual milestone tracking can lead them to seek other positions where they can spend more time doing what they love.  To attract and retain the best teachers, you need a child care management system (CCMS) that automates processes and […]

Date Icon October 13, 2021 Comment Icon No Comment

What Are My State QRIS Requirements and Available Resources?

The Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) is designed as “a systematic approach to assess, improve, and communicate the level of quality in early and school-age care and education programs.” Each state rates childcare and early learning centers slightly differently based on these national guidelines. Generally, states award a maximum of three or five stars based on […]

Date Icon October 6, 2021 Comment Icon No Comment

Billing Tools for Handling Field Trip Fees and Miscellaneous Items

Planning a fun field trip this school year but wondering how you’ll bill parents? Billing tools should not hold you back from creating a robust experience for your students, whether that’s art supplies for a special project or a day trip to the local zoo. Automating billing for these added fees can help you avoid financial impacts […]

Date Icon September 21, 2021 Comment Icon No Comment

Case Study: Children’s Workshop Brings in Extra $8K

This case study will show you the impact that billing automation can have on your bottom line and on your staffing. Workshop is a childcare center located in a prominent shopping mall within a local commuter route. But because of the nature of the local work, parents needed flexible childcare Children’s schedules and requested that […]

Date Icon September 9, 2021 Comment Icon No Comment

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