PREto3
All-in-one childcare business management and marketing software
Founded
N/A
Starting Price
$0.99
Category
Education & Learning
Company Size
All Sizes
Last updated April 27, 2026
About PREto3
PREto3 is an end-to-end childcare management platform designed by former childcare professionals with over 120 years of combined experience. The cloud-based software helps daycare centers, preschools, camps, and after-school programs manage enrollment, billing, attendance, staff scheduling, and parent communication from a single dashboard. With features like automated billing, real-time parent updates with photos and videos, digital check-in/check-out, and payroll management, PREto3 simplifies daily operations. The platform includes mobile apps for iOS and Android, giving staff and parents access from any device.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Very affordable pricing starting at $0.99/month
- Built by former childcare professionals who understand the industry
- 30-day free trial with no commitment required
- Real-time parent updates with photos and videos
- All-in-one platform eliminates need for multiple tools
Cons
- Per-student pricing structure may vary based on center size
- Limited information on advanced tier pricing publicly available
- Smaller market presence compared to Procare or Brightwheel
- Some advanced features may require higher-tier plans
Key Features
Digital student check-in/check-out
Automated billing and invoicing
Parent communication with real-time updates
Photo and video sharing with parents
Online enrollment and onboarding
Staff scheduling and payroll
Attendance management
Events and calendar management
Document management
Mobile apps for iOS and Android
Pricing
Starter
$0.99/month
- Basic childcare management
- Attendance tracking
- Parent communication
- Mobile app access
Professional
Custom/month
- All Starter features
- Automated billing
- Staff scheduling & payroll
- Advanced reporting
- Online enrollment