Childcare
Reimagined

Childcare

Reimagined

A financial and childcare management solution built exclusively for Childcare Businesses.

Parent Communication

Share Real-Time Updates With Parents

Our parent communication features keep families connected and informed throughout the day.

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Parent Messaging

Message parents & guardians directly through Parachute. Send reminders, updates, or quick check-ins.

Child Activity Log

Easily capture & share daily updates like meals, naps, & milestones.

Parent App

New abilities for parents to be connected with you via their parent app.

Invoicing & Payments

Accept Payments with ParaPay

Say Goodbye to paper checks and bank trips. Collect tuition, fees, deposits from parents via credit card or bank accounts right after they receive your invoices.

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Accounting & Time/Space

Record 
Income & Expenses

Enjoy built-in categories for expense tracking or create your own. Plus you can calculate your space, child present hours, and all of the other hours to claim precise tax deductions.

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Attendance

Contactless
Check-In/Out

Now, checking children in and out is quicker & more secure than ever. Choose from PIN codes, digital signatures, or QR codes to match your own needs.

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Better than my previous accounting software. Setting up invoices is a breeze and the way parents can easily pay them on their end.

Chantell B. Minnesota

new feature

Snap Receipts, Stay Audit-Ready

Upload Receipts

Upload receipts—Parachute automatically reads all details.

Smart Recognition

Data auto-populated and digital proof saved.

Tax-Ready Storage

All receipts searchable and tax or audit ready in one place.

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Invoicing & Payments

Effortless Invoicing, Built Just for You

Parachute adapts to your billing needs, making invoicing effortless for childcare providers. Simply select a payer & enter the amount—done!

Online Invoices

Schedule Invoices

Recurring Billing

Accept Payments Online

Split Payments

Invoice Calendar

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Accounting & Reporting​

Simplify Your Finances, Maximize Your Savings

Track income, expenses, and tax deductions with ease—maximize savings, simplify record-keeping, and stay organized year-round.

Record Income & Expenses

Mileage Tracking

Time/Space

Schedule C & Form 8829

Food Expense Report

Childcare Categories

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Attendance

Goodbye, Morning Chaos

Drop-offs just got smoother with Parachute’s Attendance feature. Parents can check in their child with a quick scan, while you stay focused on your day.

QR code Check-In

Accept Signatures

Kiosk Mode - PIN Check-In

Real-Time Attendance Tracking

Attendance Reports

State Subsidies & Compliance

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I'm loving Parachute! It's so easy to get around, and I really appreciate being able to add multiple children to one invoice.

Melissa B. New York

Take advantage of Parachute features for smooth sailing to financial wellbeing:

Upgraded Attendance

Kiosk Mode
Signature Pick Up
PIN Check-in/out
QR code
Parent App

Invoicing & Payments

Recurring Invoices
Online Payments & Autopay
Schedule Invoices
Splitting Invoices
Third Party Billing

Financial Tools

Financial Dashboard
Income Tracking
Expenses Recording
Financial Reporting
Inventory & Mileage Tracking

Parent Tools

Parent Payment Initiation
SMS & Push Notifications
Parent Portal
Messaging
Activity Log

...as well as unlock an early access for the tools that are coming out soon and lock-in the price:

New features coming soon

By signing up for Parachute today, you’ll be the first to experience powerful new features designed to make childcare management even easier—at the best value:

Parent App

An easy and convenient way for parents to check in, make payments, and stay connected.

Child Activity Log

Record and share child's daily activities and milestones, giving parents a comprehensive view of their day.

Improved Billing & Receipt Capture

Enhance billing with bulk invoicing, automate late payment collection, and easily capture receipts with a quick photo!

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You can expense your subscription cost in Parachute.

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FAQ
You absolutely can! If you have an active KidKare Accounting subscription, you can access Parachute with the same credentials.
Parachute is designed by the KidKare team to enhance the user experience and interface for greater success in managing your childcare business. Parachute integrates all the feedback, needs, and requests gathered from KidKare users to provide a seamless experience. It offers improved features for invoicing, managing income and expenses, calendar functions, a customizable dashboard, and various other enhancements to streamline childcare management tasks.
If you have KidKare Accounting subscription, you will be able to use both products.
Parachute has a monthly subscription of $15.50, and annual subscription of $125. For childcare centers, Parachute has a monthly subscription of $34.99 and an annual subscription of $280.
Absolutely! Parachute is designed to empower your business and allows you to stay on top of your childcare business finances and performance. It allows you to send invoices easily, accept payments from parents and provides you all of the necessary tools, and tax reports for your business.
You can expense your subscription to Parachute as a business expense for tax purposes. Parachute is a valuable tool that helps you manage your childcare business finances effectively, making it an essential operating expense. Simply include the subscription fee as part of your business expenses when filing your taxes. If you have any questions or need further assistance with expensing your subscription, consult with your tax advisor or accountant for personalized guidance.