Free Childcare Software for Daycares and Preschools
No per-child fees. No credit card. No time limit.
Running a childcare center is already complex. Your software should make things easier, not add another monthly bill. Neztio Starter gives you the tools to run a professional daycare or preschool without paying a cent.
Get Started FreeWhy many centers start with free childcare software
Most childcare programs begin their digital journey the same way: paper sign-in sheets, spreadsheets for billing, group texts to parents, and manual daily reports.
Over time, this patchwork creates friction. Childcare management software exists to centralize attendance, billing, communication, and classroom workflows into one system.
But traditional platforms often require upfront contracts or expensive subscriptions. That is where a free tier becomes powerful.
Whether you run a home daycare, a single-site preschool, or you are just getting started, you can begin using Neztio at no cost.
Built for home daycares and small centers
The free Starter plan is intentionally focused. It works best for independent providers who want modern tools without enterprise pricing.
Home daycare providers
Whether you have 4 kids or 14, Starter handles your daily operations from check-in to daily reports.
Small preschools and new centers
Solo providers and small teams get the same quality tools as large centers. No setup fees, no contracts.
Up to 15 children
Starter supports up to 15 enrolled children. No per-child fees, ever. Many centers in this stage do not need full billing automation yet. They need to get off paper first.
Everything you need, included free
These are not watered-down features. This is real childcare software you can run your center on from day one.
Digital attendance tracking
Parents scan a QR code at drop-off and pickup. You get timestamped attendance records automatically. No more paper sign-in sheets.
Parent communication and photo sharing
Two-way messaging with families. Share updates, photos, answer questions, and keep parents informed throughout the day.
Daily reports
Log meals, naps, activities, and milestones. Parents see everything in real time through the app. Basic classroom visibility from day one.
Parent app (iOS and Android)
Families download the Neztio Parent app to stay connected. Check-in, messages, photos, and reports in one place. Secure cloud access included.
Announcements
Send center-wide updates to all families at once. Closures, events, policy changes: one tap.
How Neztio is different from traditional platforms
Many childcare platforms grew by layering features over time. The result is often complex navigation, heavy setup, and director dashboards that require digging for insights.
Neztio was designed operator-first. Workflows mirror real classroom flow. Directors see issues immediately. Parent updates happen naturally. Dashboards highlight what needs attention.
Our goal is simple: give directors back their attention.
What Starter does not include
We believe in being upfront. These features are available on paid plans when you are ready.
Need these features? See paid plans starting at $79/month
When to upgrade from the free plan
Most centers move beyond Starter when they need automated tuition and billing, online payments, advanced enrollment workflows, multi-classroom visibility, or compliance and reporting depth.
The free plan is your on-ramp. Growth plans are there when your center is ready. There is no pressure to upgrade until you actually need more power.
Grow at your own pace
Start free. Upgrade when your center is ready. No pressure, no lock-in.
Starter
Free
Home daycares up to 15 children
Standard
$79/mo
Growing centers with staff
Growth
$149/mo
Full operations: billing, forms, AI
Is free childcare software really enough?
For many small providers, yes. Free childcare software is ideal when you want to replace paper attendance, improve parent communication, start building digital records, and evaluate platforms before committing.
As your enrollment grows and operations become more complex, that is when paid tiers typically make sense.
Common questions about Starter
Is Starter really free forever?
Yes. Starter is free with no time limit and no credit card required. It is not a trial. You can use it as long as you want.
Do parents pay anything?
No. The Neztio Parent app is free for families. Parents download it from the App Store or Google Play at no cost.
Can I upgrade later?
Yes. You can upgrade to Standard or Growth at any time from your Settings page. Your data carries over. No migration needed.
Is there a child limit?
Starter supports up to 15 enrolled children. If you grow beyond 15, upgrade to Standard or Growth for unlimited children.
Do you charge per child?
Never. Neztio uses flat monthly pricing per center. No per-child fees, no per-staff surcharges, no hidden costs on any plan.
What happens to my data if I stop using Neztio?
Your data belongs to you. You can export your records at any time. If you deactivate your account, we retain your data for 90 days before deletion.
Start your free childcare software today
If you are still managing attendance on paper or juggling multiple tools, the easiest next step is to try a modern system. Launch quickly, train staff easily, bring parents into one app, and modernize without upfront cost.
Get Started Free