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Peñalara GHC vs SchoolGrid
Both stand on school scheduling software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb+1
Peñalara GHC combines schedule planning, optimisation, editing, and timetable access for educational institutions. Check the single-user license limit and plan capacity against your institution's needs.
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Free plan Web
SchoolGrid combines schedule drafting, review, export, and publishing for elementary school workflows. The free evaluation is limited, while paid plans add para coverage, transfer credits, or support for multiple sites.
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| Peñalara GHC | SchoolGrid | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web, Windows | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | GHC Optimum — up to 10 teachers: $8,300 a year | SchoolGrid Plus: $99 a year |
| Plans published | 10 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | penalara.com | schoolgrid.app |
| On school scheduling software | #3 of 29 | #7 of 29 |
Peñalara GHC: what it does well
- Automatic timetable planning handles complex conditions.
- Conflict warnings and reports support schedule review.
- Exports include CSV, XML, Excel, and PDF.
- GHC App provides administrator, teacher, and student profiles.
What to know first
- Paid software is single-user and cannot operate over a network.
- The free Demo lasts 15 days and supports up to 10 teachers.
- Optimum plans are limited by teacher and computer activations.
SchoolGrid: what it does well
- Drafts schedules from configured school constraints.
- Includes Timeline, Agenda, and Calendar views.
- Exports PDF and CSV files.
- Publishes schedules to Google Drive or OneDrive.
- Does not request student records or accounts.
What to know first
- Free evaluation allows up to 15 drafts.
- Free plan has no para coverage or transfer credits.
- Plus costs $99 a year.
- Pro costs $499 a year.
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