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CheckInKids
by CheckInKids
What CheckInKids is
CheckInKids is childcare management software for attendance, billing and communication between providers and families. Families can check children in with QR or PIN codes, while staff can use a tablet or computer in kiosk mode. Parents can sign on a touchscreen during check-in or check-out; the service says signatures are stored securely for compliance and licensing. Providers can send messages to all parents, a classroom or an individual family, and schedule them for later. Billing tools support automated invoices and online credit or debit card payments through Stripe. Successful online payments incur standard Stripe fees of 2.9% + 30¢ plus a 0.5% platform fee. The mobile-friendly parent portal works on phones, tablets and computers without an app store download. CheckInKids is available on Android, iOS and web. Its Free plan supports up to 10 children, while paid plans start at $15/month for up to 15 children. The maker is based in Billings, Montana, United States.
Who it suits
CheckInKids is aimed at childcare directors, owners, teachers, staff, parents and families. Its check-in, messaging and billing tools suit providers coordinating attendance and communication with families.
What it does well
- Free plan supports up to 10 children.
- Families can check in with QR or PIN codes.
- Messages can be scheduled for later delivery.
- Parent portal works without an app store download.
- Growth plan includes automated invoicing and online payments.
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to 10 children.
- Online payments incur Stripe and platform fees.
- Multi-location on Professional is listed as “soon.”
Limits
The Free plan is capped at 10 children and includes basic attendance and messaging. Starter supports 15 children, Growth 50, and Professional 150; multi-location is marked “soon” on Professional.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0/month forever · Up to 10 children · digital check-in/out · parent messaging · activity feed · basic attendance reports · mobile-friendly · email support | Free |
| Starter | $15/month · Up to 15 children · QR code check-in · kiosk mode · room and meal tracking · scheduled days · CSV export | $15 a month |
| Growth | $40/month · Up to 50 children · automated invoicing · online payments · late pickup fees · read receipts · scheduled messages · priority support | $40 a month |
| Professional | $75/month · Up to 150 children · absence reporting · advanced analytics · custom branding · signature reports · multi-location (soon) · dedicated support | $75 a month |
As checkinkids.com lists them, read 4 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Open the CheckInKids website
- Choose the Free plan or a paid plan
- Use the web, Android, or iOS service
- Set up check-in with QR codes, PIN codes, or kiosk mode
- Invite families to the mobile-friendly parent portal
- Connect Stripe for online card payments
Verdict
CheckInKids covers attendance, family messaging and billing, with a free option for smaller child counts and paid plans for larger capacities. Providers using online payments should account for the listed transaction fees.
Questions
Does CheckInKids have a free plan?
Yes. Free costs $0/month forever and supports up to 10 children.
What do paid plans cost?
Starter is $15/month, Growth is $40/month, and Professional is $75/month.
Which platforms are supported?
CheckInKids is available on Android, iOS, and the web.
How are online payments handled?
Providers can accept credit or debit cards through Stripe. Each successful payment incurs 2.9% + 30¢ plus a 0.5% platform fee.
Is there a trial?
Yes. CheckInKids offers a 14-day trial.
Facts from CheckInKids's own pages
- Attendance and check-in
- Yes · checkinkids.com, 24 Sept 2026
- Billing
- Providers can create automated invoices and accept online credit or debit card payments through Stripe. · checkinkids.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Billing and payments
- Yes · checkinkids.com, 24 Sept 2026
- Check-in
- Families can check children in using QR codes or PIN codes, and providers can use a tablet or computer in kiosk mode. · checkinkids.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Child capacity
- 15 · checkinkids.com, 24 Sept 2026
- Family communication
- Yes · checkinkids.com, 24 Sept 2026
- Free plan
- Yes · checkinkids.com, 24 Sept 2026
- Headquarters
- Billings, Montana, United States · checkinkids.com, 19 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- The feature page names Stripe as the payment provider for online card payments. · checkinkids.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- The homepage describes features for childcare directors and owners, teachers and staff, and parents and families. · checkinkids.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Messaging
- Providers can send messages to all parents, specific classrooms, or individual families, and schedule messages for later delivery. · checkinkids.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Mobile apps
- none · checkinkids.com, 24 Sept 2026
- Notable limits
- The Professional plan lists multi-location as “soon,” while the Free plan supports up to 10 children. · checkinkids.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Parent portal
- The mobile-friendly parent portal works on iPhone, Android, tablets, and computers without an app store download. · checkinkids.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Payment fees
- The pricing page states that online payments incur standard Stripe fees of 2.9% + 30¢ plus a 0.5% platform fee per successful payment. · checkinkids.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- CheckInKids provides childcare management tools for attendance, billing, and parent communication. · checkinkids.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Security
- The privacy policy says CheckInKids uses industry-standard security measures including SSL encryption to protect data in transit and at rest. · checkinkids.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Signatures
- The system captures parent signatures on a touchscreen during check-in or check-out and says they are stored securely for compliance and licensing. · checkinkids.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Paid from
- 15 · checkinkids.com, 24 Sept 2026
- Support
- The contact page says the team responds to email within 24 hours and lists weekday phone support from 8am to 6pm MST. · checkinkids.com, 4 Oct 2026
Where CheckInKids stands on Freedom251
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