--- description: Review of ChildFriendly Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: ChildFriendly | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice GB --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Daycare Software](/directory/4654/child-care/software) > [ChildFriendly](/software/522921/ChildFriendly) # ChildFriendly Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/522921/ChildFriendly > ChildFriendly is a cloud-based childcare management solution designed for childcare centers and preschools which helps automates administrative tasks such as enrollment, waitlisting, billing, attendance tracking, classroom management, staff scheduling, and parent communication. ChildFriendly helps ensure regulatory compliance, maintain quality of care, and manage satisfaction for childcare operators through features such as QuickBooks integration, customizable billing, digital classroom tools, and family applications. > > Verdict: Rated **5.0/5** by 5 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **5.0/5** | 5 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.8/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 100% | (10/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Child Friendly Pro ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: CA$0.00 - **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free version available) (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: Enjoy full access to the best early childhood education platform for ZERO subscription fees\! - **Target Audience**: 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Canada ## Features - API - Activity Dashboard - Activity Tracking - Alerts/Notifications - Attendance Tracking - Billing & Invoicing - Calendar Management - Class Registration - Class Scheduling - Communications Management - Contact Database - Customer Accounts - Daily Reports - Data Security - Document Management - Electronic Signature - Employee Management - Enrollment Confirmation - Enrollments/Onboarding - Immunisation & Allergy Tracking ## Integrations (1 total) - Quick Accounts ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Chat ## Category - [Daycare Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4654/child-care/software) ## Related Categories - [Daycare Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4654/child-care/software) - [Registration Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4145/registration/software) - [Class Registration Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4580/class-registration/software) - [Classroom Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4152/classroom-management/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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Previously we were using the leading platform in the industry. We have found Child Friendly to be a game-changer in making our reporting paperless, our payments error-free and subsidy collection seamless. They have built it with specific customization for Alberta which really sets it apart from the rest. No brainer if you are AB based. ----- ### "absolute game-changer" — 5.0/5 > **Corina** | *7 April 2025* | 2128 | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: We absolutely love this childcare software\! For our management team, it keeps us completely in the loop—everything we need to know about children, staff, and attendance is right at our fingertips. It’s incredibly user-friendly, making it easy to train new staff and get everyone up to speed quickly. The built-in reports are amazing for analyzing data, and the system handles registrations, parent payments, and even payroll hour calculations with ease. It simplifies the financial side of running a daycare, especially when it comes to government reporting. It basically does EVERYTHING that you need a software to do for childcare, so we no longer have to create our own systems and spreadsheets, or use multiple software/apps. > > **Cons**: Honestly, anything that I had issues with has been rectified, as they are always working to make this software better, more user-friendly and are adding new features. > > This software has easily saved our management team hours of work each week. I can’t imagine running our centre without it now—an absolute game-changer\! ----- ### "Excellent and easy to use app" — 5.0/5 > **Anabella** | *21 March 2025* | Education Management | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: It’s a great app that I have used as a parent and as an employee for a childcare center. It is very easy to use > > **Cons**: Sometimes the app gets frozen and slows down > > Overall I really like and highly recommend this apo ----- ### "Our team has gained back hours each week thanks to this software" — 5.0/5 > **Stacey** | *10 April 2025* | 2128 | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: This childcare management software has been a fantastic asset to our team. It keeps everyone connected and informed, with real-time access to details on children, staff, and attendance. The interface is intuitive and easy to navigate, which has made training new team members a breeze. The reporting tools are powerful and make it simple to analyze data. From registrations and parent payments to tracking payroll hours, the system handles it all smoothly. It has streamlined the financial and administrative side of our centre, particularly when it comes to meeting government requirements. Instead of relying on multiple platforms or manually tracking things in spreadsheets, this all-in-one solution covers everything we need. > > **Cons**: Any challenges we've run into have been quickly resolved. The developers are clearly committed to ongoing improvements—they listen to feedback and are always enhancing functionality and usability. ----- ### "Amazing daycare software. User friendly and Efficient" — 5.0/5 > **Anmol** | *5 April 2025* | 2128 | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Very easy to use. very visual. fits the needs of daycare really well. > > **Cons**: some times freezes. mostly can be resolved if you are using the most updated version > > As a first time user, It didn't take me long to familiarize myself with the app. Very user friendly ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/522921/ChildFriendly) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | ----- ## Structured Data