Childcare Center Blog and Software Tips

Adding childcare management software or making a change to your software is not an easy or small decision. That’s why the team at iCare Software puts so much thought and care into the product that we provide to childcares, preschools, Montessori centers and other centers offering care. We firmly believe that iCare will impact your business
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Childcare businesses take so much time, effort and management. And it's tough to know how you are managing your childcare compared to competitors. At times, administrators might feel hopeless or desperate in finding better balance in their lives. Plus, you want to improve your childcare finances.  But managing a childcare center shouldn’t feel that way. You can
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The challenges facing childcare centers are vast. Childcare centers face fierce competition from other centers in their area and changes in the industry. This includes parents working at home or using in-home daycare options. The ever-changing marketplace makes it difficult for centers to  meet their financial responsibilities and execute strong communication and operational goals. As the millennial
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By lowering your expenses, you can increase your revenues at your child care center. Printing out paper records and parent information can end up costing you a hefty fee. While it might not seem like much each month, it accumulates annually. This problem is especially large for centers with high enrollment. The easiest way to reduce
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Most parents realize the value their childcare team brings to their child’s development and learning. But no matter how much parents love and appreciate the work you do, they’ll still bring their concerns to you over problems they see in your childcare center. To ensure you keep a good relationship with parents and provide the best
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Childcare administrators and classroom teachers have enough going that they don’t need to spend their day filing documents and searching for paperwork. Childcare administration software can make record keeping so much simpler. From a parent’s feeding instructions in the infant room to developmental milestones in the “terrific threes” room, digital records will make things so simple.
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Montessori is the concept that a child is naturally interested in learning when placed in a supportive learning environment. This method of teaching believes in forming the whole child including its physical, social, emotional and cognitive wellbeing. If you’re looking to become an expert at Montessori school management, we have some tips to make that a
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If you've been wondering, what is childcare software, we have answers for you.What is Childcare SoftwareChildcare software can truly transform your childcare center in many ways. It is a digital tool that enables you to manage all aspects of your business from classroom management to interactions with parents.So why does it matter? Using a childcare
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The holiday season is rapidly approaching. Daycare communication during this time is very important because it helps parents plan for days your center will be closed. If you haven't already, you need to set your holiday hours and start communicating those hours to your staff and parents. Parents rely on you for an important service. The
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The childcare profession can be challenging. There are 5 qualities that the really great preschool child care professionals tend to have. Here are those qualities so you can watch out for them as you work to build a winning team. Qualities of Great Preschool Child Care Professionals Teaching young children is challenging. But several qualities standout as
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If you added childcare management software to your center but haven’t seen a huge change, you might not be using it to its full advantage. Getting through the initial implementation phase for childcare software can be exciting, but then you lose focus and go back to your old habits of managing your center on paper. We
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Children who attend preschool are four times more likely to graduate college. But it may not necessarily be why you think. Proving that preschool improves test scores once a child reaches first grade is difficult, and many studies have shown it’s not necessarily all about what a child learns in preschool. It’s more about instilling a
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Halloween has passed, but as a preschool center or childcare center director, you likely still wear a cape every day. From solving the problem that ends the meltdown to sharing priceless moments on a field trip, you’re a superhero in the little moments. Here’s a look at the many characteristics childcare centers can learn from
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Technology is changing childcare centers, but it’s truly for the better. From improved relationships to tracking developmental milestones, technology is making it easier for childcare centers to succeed and make a difference in the lives of children and their parents. To better understand how technology is changing how we run childcare centers, let’s take a look
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Running a preschool center is about more than simply providing care and education to toddlers. To run a successful business, you must balance your preschool center's budget to ensure your long-term success. Knowing where and how to invest your spending is crucial. You should operate your preschool center on a set budget that includes recurring costs
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Every childcare center is unique and uses various market differentiators to talk about itself and set itself apart from other childcare providers in the area. But, there are some guiding principles that universally make for a great childcare center. Take a moment and think through what parents are looking for when they do a site visit
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