Most childcare centers are losing over $150,000 a year in unfilled enrollment — and don't see it coming until it's too late. Here's what forecasting changes.

Running a childcare center means managing enrollment, billing, staffing, and parent communication - all at once. CareDay is the childcare management software built to simplify your operations, forecast your growth, and scale with your program - whether you manage one center or an entire franchise network.

Parent portals enhance childcare by streamlining communication, building trust, and keeping families connected. With tools like real-time updates, photo sharing, email, text, and in-app messaging, centers can simplify operations while giving parents peace of mind and stronger connections.

Struggling to keep enrollment steady at your childcare center? Learn how accurate enrollment projections can stabilize your business, reduce stress, and maximize revenue. From managing classroom transitions to organizing your waitlist, see how smart strategies—and the right childcare management software —make all the difference.

In the child care industry, expanding your business from a single location to multiple centers is an exciting milestone. However, managing a multi-center operation comes with its own set of challenges. Successfully scaling your child care business requires strategic planning, efficient management, and a focus on maintaining the quality of care that sets your centers apart. Here are some essential tips for navigating this growth and ensuring your multi-center business thrives.

In the competitive landscape of daycare, establishing a strong brand presence is essential for standing out and attracting families seeking quality care for their children. Beyond just recognition, a robust brand encompasses values, experiences, and a promise of excellence. Here are some actionable strategies to enhance your child care center's brand:

You took the plunge and invested in daycare management software, perhaps from industry giants like Brightwheel or Procare. At first, the promise of streamlined operations and enhanced parent communication seemed like a dream come true. However, as the dust settled and you delved deeper into the functionalities, the reality of transaction fees and limited capabilities may have left you questioning whether these platforms truly serve your center's best interests.

If you are like many childcare owners trying to run a high-quality early childhood education center, you dread the 6 AM text messages on Monday morning learning that 5 of your teachers are not coming in. Immediately you begin to stress and wonder how you are going to keep your rooms in ratio. Will the state show up for an inspection and find you out of compliance? Will you be hearing from unhappy parents? How are you possibly going to cover 3 different rooms by yourself? Not only do these disruptions cause the owner/admin stress, but they also cause other teachers stress because they may be asked to fill in and work extra hours. Those extra hours often result in overtime pay making already tight margins even tighter.

Here are 5 strategies to manage unplanned absences and mitigate your risk of being out of ratio.