Whether you’re looking to start your daycare advertising journey or ramp up your child care marketing activities, this is the guide for you.   Smartcare, a comprehensive child care management solution, has worked with providers across the country and...

The child care enrollment process can be a rewarding part of running your program. But this can also be a tricky time for child care programs without an efficient registration process. If families can’t easily complete the process – or have too many questions about...

If you are a daycare owner, finding ways to promote your business is always on your mind. You have to think about what will make people want to enroll their children in your center. In this article, we'll discuss some ideas for how you can develop and optimize your...

Utah Child Care Licensing 101   If you’re looking to open up your own child care operation, Utah is a great place to start your business! The state’s large population of parents with young children provides ample opportunities for people interested in getting...

Texas Child Care Licensing 101   Are you looking to open your own child care center, but not quite sure where to start? Before you start buying toys, and bringing in customers, you need to get a license. Proper licensing of your center ensures your operation...

Toys Every Child Care Center Needs   Toys are an essential part of any child care center.  You don’t need to buy the latest gadgets for kids in your classroom to have fun. In fact, the more simple the toys, the more opportunities your kids have to be imaginative...

Vanco, a leading provider of technology and payment solutions for the education, faith-based and nonprofit sectors, announced today that it has acquired Smartcare, a growing provider of management software for child care centers. View the full press release here.

How to Create a Daycare Business Plan High-quality child care services are in high demand right now. Opening up a daycare is a great way to test your entrepreneurial skills and serve local families in the process. But just like any other venture, you need to have a...

Managing a childcare business is a unique role that means you have a lot on your plate. You know that staying on top of your parent payments is crucial, but it can fall to the wayside as you focus on the day to day tasks that keep you busy. For this reason, many...

We’re experts at building software, not politics.  So, we can’t prognosticate about the likelihood that any of these changes is enacted or whether they should be.  But, if changes in government programs could happen, we thought it was worthwhile to understand what...