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Discover Childcare

by Superior Admin
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Quick facts
VendorSuperior Admin
Year launched
StatusActive
LocationAuckland, New Zealand
Countries served1+
Languages10
Integrations1+
Free tier
Free trial
Contact salesYES

About Discover Childcare

find Childcare is a student management software from Superior Admin that provides smarter, easy-to-use systems for childcare centers. It includes features such as easily view bookings, Electronic Attendance Verification (EAV), and statements so users can focus more on the children. This platform is trusted and used by childcare centers in New Zealand, offering a centralized solution for various needs. find Childcare supports integration with find, Playground, and Home services, ensuring comprehensive management of childcare operations. Key capabilities: bookings management attendance tracking financial statements parent communication service integration Best for: childcare providers that need efficient management solutions for student administration.

Discover Childcare by Superior Admin is a modern, cloud-based student management system designed to streamline administrative tasks for childcare centers, particularly in New Zealand, while enhancing engagement with families. Built to reduce operational complexity, it centralizes functions like enrollments, billing, rostering, and compliance, allowing educators and administrators to focus on child development rather than paperwork. Users consistently praise its intuitive and user-friendly interface, describing it as faster and more responsive than older systems. Features such as graphic drag-and-drop rostering and a seamless parent-facing app demonstrate its emphasis on simplicity and efficiency, minimizing the learning curve for both staff and families. The platform offers a robust suite of tools through its three core components: Discover SMS, Playground, and Home. Discover SMS serves as the administrative foundation, automating key tasks such as enquiry management, waitlists, enrollments, invoicing, and attendance tracking. Its ability to generate over 60 customizable reports ensures centers can track performance and meet compliance requirements efficiently.

Pros & Cons

What users like
  • +All-in-One Platform for administrators, teachers, and families
  • +Automated Enquiries & Waitlists reduce manual workload
  • +Customised Rostering & Reporting with drag-and-drop and spreadsheet tools
  • +Cloud-Based Access works across multiple devices anytime, anywhere
  • +Parent Engagement Tools with daily updates, learning documentation, and in-app messaging
  • +Secure Data Tracking for attendance, health records, and emergency info
  • +Integrated Ecosystem linking billing, curriculum, and family communication
  • +Reliable Support Team with in-app help and external guidance
  • +Pay Parity Tracking automates compliance and funding eligibility
What users flag
  • Geographically Focused may be tailored primarily to the NZ childcare sector
  • Limited Public Information on Pricing and long-term cost scalability
  • Dependence on Internet Access since it’s cloud-based
  • No Mention of Offline Mode which could be a factor in low-connectivity areas

Features

Key features

Automated Enquiries & Waitlists
Saves time by digitally managing prospective children and their waiting periods.
Customized Rostering & Reporting
Offers flexible staff scheduling (quick add, spreadsheet, graphic drag & drop) and tailorable reports (60+ customizable reports) to suit specific needs.
Parent Engagement (Playground & Home Apps)
Facilitates real-time updates, direct messaging, health tracking, and sharing of daily activities with parents for peace of mind.
Compliance & Inspection Readiness
Helps centers remain compliant with regulations (e.g., MOE in NZ) through efficient documentation, linking learning outcomes, and automated pay parity tracking, aiding in ERO reviews.
Seamlessly Integrated Ecosystem
Connects various administrative, compliance, and engagement tools (Discover SMS, Playground, Home, Xplor Pay) to work together effortlessly.
Automated Pay Parity Tracking
The first licensed SMS to automatically track pay parity, saving significant manual hours and ensuring higher funding rates for centers.

Additional features

Student Management System (SMS)
Core platform for overall childcare administration.
Automating Enquiries and Waitlists
Streamlines the process of managing prospective children.
Moving Children Between Rooms
Simplifies internal transitions for children.
Forecasting Attendance and Capacity
Helps predict future attendance and manage available space.
Customized Rostering
Flexible staff scheduling options (quick add, spreadsheet, graphic drag & drop).
Customized Reports
Provides over 60 customizable reports for monitoring center performance in various formats (PDF, XLSX).
Dedicated Support Team
Offers expert assistance for technical questions and concerns, in addition to in-app help.
Playground App
Improves parent engagement and helps with compliance.
Record and Document Daily Observations
Efficiently captures and shares daily updates on children's progress.
Health Tracking
Monitors and records children's health information.
Digital Incident Records
Keeps track of any incidents digitally.
Offline Emergency Contact and Transport Lists
Provides access to critical information even without internet.
Track Individual Learning
Monitors each child's learning progress.
Link Learning Outcomes
Connects observations and activities to specific learning objectives.
Add Critical Reflections
Allows educators to document their thoughts and insights on children's development, stored securely in the cloud for ERO review.
Home App
Provides real-time updates for parents.
Boost Parent Engagement
Facilitates communication through daily updates and in-app messaging.
View Bookings (Parents)
Allows parents to see their child's scheduled bookings.
Electronic Attendance Verification (EAV) (Parents)
Enables parents to verify attendance electronically.
Statements (Parents)
Parents can view their financial statements.
Share Vital Info with Parents
Includes nappy changes, sleep checks, and medication logs.
Attendance Tracking
Manages children's daily attendance.
Billing
Handles invoicing and payment processes.
Family Communication
Facilitates interactions between the center and families.
Curriculum Planning
Aids in developing and tracking educational curricula.
Accessible on Multiple Devices
Cloud-based system allows work from various devices (mobile, tablet, PC).
Constantly Evolving
Regular updates and technological advancements from developers, testers, and engineers.
Automated Pay Parity Tracking
Automatically calculates and tracks pay parity to ensure compliance and optimize funding.
Xplor Pay (Payments)
Integrated payment solution.
Discover University
Premium training resources.
E-books
Provides tips and strategies for growth.
Case Studies
Features success stories from clients.
Blogs
Offers industry insights and updates.
Webinars
Provides on-demand expert sessions.
Early Learning Calendar
Lists holidays and observed days.
Xero Integration
Connects with Xero accounting software.

Pricing

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