Daycare accounting software
Simplify tuition billing and payment tracking
FreshBooks accounting software streamlines tuition billing, automated invoicing, and billing information for payment tracking, making it easier for daycare businesses to manage their finances. FreshBooks also generates detailed billing reports, providing real-time updates and simplifying financial management for administrators. It helps automate invoicing, track payments, and send reminders, reducing administrative tasks and ensuring timely payments.


Automate staff payroll and time tracking
With FreshBooks, childcare providers can automate staff payroll and time tracking as part of comprehensive accounting processes. This feature simplifies payroll processing, manages employee hours, calculates wages, and handles tax deductions, ensuring accurate and timely payments to staff.
Manage child enrollment and attendance records
FreshBooks helps daycare businesses efficiently manage child enrollment and attendance records as part of efficient childcare management. It tracks student information, manages enrollment forms, records attendance, and generates reports, simplifying administrative tasks and improving record-keeping accuracy.
Track supply expenses and food costs
FreshBooks enables daycare businesses to track supply expenses and food costs effectively. It helps monitor expenses, categorize purchases, manage budgets, and generate financial reports, providing insights into spending and financial reporting.
Generate financial reports for funding and compliance
FreshBooks accounting software helps daycare businesses generate financial reports for funding and compliance. The software creates detailed financial statements, tracks income and expenses, and ensures compliance with financial regulations, simplifying reporting processes.
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All the features you will need for your daycare
Automate your daycare finances & save time
FreshBooks’ automation features, including recurring invoices and online payments, expense tracking, and tax calculations, help daycare business owners simplify bookkeeping. This automation saves time, reduces errors, streamlines financial management, and allows daycare business owners to focus on running their business efficiently.


Get paid faster with easy automated invoicing & payments
FreshBooks simplifies invoicing and payments for daycare businesses with automation, online payment options, and automated reminders. The platform supports ACH payments, providing a convenient and efficient method for families to pay online tuition. These features help daycare business owners get paid faster, reduce late payments, and maintain a steady cash flow. FreshBooks ensures secure transactions, giving parents peace of mind about the safety of their financial data.
Track your daycare finances in real-time
FreshBooks provides daycare business owners and childcare business operators with real-time updates on income, expenses, and overall financial health. These instant insights eliminate manual tracking, helping daycare businesses make informed financial decisions with ease.

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Free vs. FreshBooks daycare accounting software
Free tools may seem like a smart start, but they often lack key features daycare owners need—like invoicing parents, tracking tuition, managing staff expenses, and creating reports for budgeting and taxes. As your daycare grows, those gaps can slow you down.
FreshBooks is built for small businesses like yours. Easily track income and expenses, send professional invoices, and accept online payments—without stretching your budget.
You’ll also get peace of mind with secure cloud storage, responsive support, and smooth integrations—things most free software just doesn’t offer.
Accounting apps & integrations for daycare owners
FreshBooks integrates with 100+ apps, helping you take control of your daycare’s accounting and customize your FreshBooks experience.
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Accounting software by industry
No matter your business, FreshBooks offers powerful accounting tools to save you time and stay organized. We understand that each industry has unique requirements, so we’ve created tailored resources to show how FreshBooks can address your specific challenges. Find your industry below and see how FreshBooks can work for you.

Trades and Home Services
Creative Professionals

Specific Professions
Specialized Industries

Online and Digital Services
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Frequently asked questions
FreshBooks is an easy-to-use accounting software for childcare businesses, offering streamlined and automated childcare billing. Non-accountants can benefit most from FreshBooks accounting software with its 30-day free trial.
Look for features like automating tuition billing, staff payroll, time tracking, managing enrollment records, tracking expenses, and generating financial reports.
Yes, FreshBooks accounting software allows you to customize financial reports, providing detailed insights into your daycare business’s financial health.
Yes, FreshBooks daycare accounting software can handle recurring payments, automating invoicing, payment reminders, and online payment options.
FreshBooks is designed to be secure and compliant with regulations, ensuring the protection of your financial data and adherence to industry standards.