--- title: "Preschool classroom management" id: "6126" type: "page" slug: "classroom-management" published_at: "2024-02-28T20:05:21+00:00" modified_at: "2026-06-10T22:01:50+00:00" url: "https://mybrightwheel.com/classroom-management/" markdown_url: "https://mybrightwheel.com/classroom-management.md" --- # #1 for classroom management ## Elevate your preschool classroom management ## Elevate your preschool classroom management The all-in-one software for managing your classroom, enhancing child development, and connecting with families. ### See why brightwheel is the childcare software of choice ![4.9 Stars | 150,000+ reviews](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/themes/_brightwheel/img/hero-rating-stars.svg "4.9 Stars | 150,000+ reviews") 4.9 Stars | 150,000+ reviews # Manage your preschool classroom with ease ![Image](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Audra-e1708649073884.jpg "Audra") > Brightwheel helps me manage every aspect of our program from signing in and out to billing to maintaining relationships with families. I love that it’s all in one system and centralized. > > **Audra T.** > Executive Director of Happy Campers in San Carlos, CA ## Why brightwheel is the top choice for classroom organization ![An icon image of classroom that represents the ceter management feature of brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Staff.png "Manage your classroom")### Manage your classroom Assign staff and children to specific rooms, check ratios, and manage absences. ![An icon image of documents that represents childcare center management tools in brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/collect-docs.png "Track attendance and progress")### Track attendance and progress Eliminate manual check-in processes and record observations with a few taps. ![An icon image of chipboard that represents record-keeping benefit of brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/forms-2.png "Simplify lesson planning")### Simplify lesson planning Integrate your curriculum with user-friendly lesson planning tools. ![An icon image of a family that represents the engagement feature of brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Family.png "Foster family engagement")### Foster family engagement Create strong partnerships with families and share updates in real-time. ![An icon image of classroom that represents the ceter management feature of brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Staff.png "Manage your classroom")### Manage your classroom Assign staff and children to specific rooms, check ratios, and manage absences. ![An icon image of documents that represents childcare center management tools in brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/collect-docs.png "Track attendance and progress")### Track attendance and progress Eliminate manual check-in processes and record observations with a few taps. ![An icon image of chipboard that represents record-keeping benefit of brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/forms-2.png "Simplify lesson planning")### Simplify lesson planning Integrate your curriculum with user-friendly lesson planning tools. ![An icon image of a family that represents the engagement feature of brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Family.png "Foster family engagement")### Foster family engagement Create strong partnerships with families and share updates in real-time. ## Explore preschool classroom management features ### Maximize your classroom time - Assign students to specific rooms, making it easy to plan activities and track attendance - Streamline transitions by quickly moving children from one classroom or activity to another with a few taps on your device - Set custom capacity limits and ratios for each room and check them at any time with real-time data - Track student attendance from the app for one or multiple students at once ### Organize student information - Document and track each child’s unique milestones and development in a custom, digital profile - Easily record observations, notes, and assessments to inform lesson planning and family-teacher conferences - Keep accurate records of attendance and behavior incidents, providing a comprehensive overview of each child’s progress - Generate attendance and learning reports to gain insights into classroom trends and outcomes ### Save time on lesson planning - Create your own curriculum or upgrade to get Experience Curriculum directly in the app - Use existing lesson plan templates to save time or add custom learning activities to lessons - Quickly rearrange learning activities using the drag and drop feature and view the description and supplies needed - Log student observations following a set of state standards or learning frameworks [Learn more](https://mybrightwheel.com/experience-curriculum/) ### Increase family involvement - Use messaging to build a strong, supportive network among families and staff at your center - Share classroom highlights and milestones instantly, keeping families engaged in their child’s learning - Enable families to stay informed with direct access to their child’s profile through the brightwheel app - Communicate confidentially with secure in-app messaging that safeguards family privacy [Learn more](https://mybrightwheel.com/communication/) ### Simplify your daily routine - Develop comprehensive schedules encompassing all aspects of a child’s day, including classroom activities, meals, and rest periods - Cater to diverse scheduling requirements by offering part-time, full-time, and flexible attendance options - Monitor anticipated or scheduled staff and student absences to effectively manage class capacities and ratios - Use customizable templates for creating student schedules, streamlining your daily workflow [Learn more](https://mybrightwheel.com/daily-schedules/) ### Early education resources #### Foster meaningful family engagement at your childcare program This free family engagement guide includes: - Strategies to strengthen family communication - Curriculum tips to enhance learning outcomes - Ideas for using technology to keep families connected ![Image](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/family-engagement-guide.png "family engagement guide")![Image](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/family-engagement-guide.png "family engagement guide") [Download now](https://info.mybrightwheel.com/guide/family-engagement) ## Brightwheel has more ways to support your childcare program ![An icon image that represents room ratio management tool in brightwheel](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Ratios.svg)### Daily schedules Stay in compliance and manage room ratios and daily schedules in real-time. [Learn more](https://mybrightwheel.com/daily-schedules/) ![An icon image that represents health check tool in brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Dependable.svg)### Health checks Monitor student and staff health by logging temperatures or illness symptoms. [Learn more](https://mybrightwheel.com/daily-health-checks/) ![An icon image that represents enrollment and admissions tool in brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/growth.svg)### Enrollment & admissions Create forms, request documents and e-signatures, and make enrollment and waitlist decisions with ease. [Learn more](https://mybrightwheel.com/childcare-enrollment-registration/) ## Seamlessly switch to brightwheel from other childcare management software ### Easy onboarding trainings Get access to guided training through brightwheel Academy, a comprehensive learning tool to help you, your staff, and families master using brightwheel. ### Speedy support team Brightwheel has the industry’s largest support team and will ensure that you get quick answers through live chat whenever you need them (response times are less than 1 minute!). Brightwheel’s support team plays a pivotal role in enabling new users to maximize every feature of the software. ### Roster and rate card upload tool Switching to brightwheel is easy when you upload your student rosters. The brightwheel team will import your roster and tuition rates into your brightwheel account so you have all of the information you need from day one./span> ### One simple, transparent price You won’t pay more as you use more features on brightwheel. Your price is based on enrollment capacity and you get access to all features on the platform. ### [Brightwheel vs. Procare](https://mybrightwheel.com/compare-brightwheel-vs-procare/) Switch to brightwheel, the leading childcare management software with tools for billing, communication, and admissions—all in one easy-to-use platform. ## Frequently asked questions about classroom management ### How does brightwheel support daily classroom management? Brightwheel’s platform provides a variety of tools to streamline classroom management, including attendance tracking, behavior monitoring, lesson planning, family communication, customizable reporting, and mobile accessibility. These features allow for a stress-free and organized approach to managing your preschool classroom. ### Can I communicate behavioral incidents with parents discreetly? Yes, with brightwheel’s app, parents can view behavior incidents in real-time and collaborate with teachers to address any concerns or issues. Brightwheel ensures privacy while providing immediate and clear communication with parents regarding any incidents. ### Can I generate reports on classroom trends and outcomes? Yes, brightwheel offers reporting capabilities that allow you to gain insights into classroom trends and outcomes. For example, you can generate reports on attendance, behavior incidents, and developmental milestones. This data can inform your decision-making process and improve your classroom environment to promote child growth at your program. ### How can brightwheel help create lesson plans for different rooms? With brightwheel’s customizable templates, you can easily create tailored lesson plans for each room or group in your center. Our software allows you to save and duplicate templates, making it simple to generate lesson plans for multiple classrooms. You can also modify and adjust the plans as needed, ensuring that each room has a unique and effective curriculum. ### How does brightwheel ensure the privacy and security of our data? Brightwheel prioritizes the protection of your data with state-of-the-art security measures. All information on brightwheel is encrypted, and access is tightly controlled, ensuring only authorized individuals can view sensitive details. We comply with industry regulations and standards to keep your information secure. To learn more about brightwheel’s security practices, visit [brightwheel’s Security FAQs here](https://help.mybrightwheel.com/en/articles/6363539-brightwheel-security-faqs) . ### How much does brightwheel cost? Brightwheel offers flexible pricing plans to fit different budgets and program types and sizes. We encourage prospective customers to connect with our team directly for a personalized quote based on your specific needs. [Request pricing information](https://mybrightwheel.com/pricing/) to explore how brightwheel can benefit your program. ## Review the latest ECE insights & resources about classroom management - Students - Blog post ### Preschool Classroom Management Tips Use these practical preschool classroom management strategies to create a fun and successful learning environment for your children. [Read Now](https://mybrightwheel.com/blog/top-tips-for-preschool-classroom-management) - Students - Blog post ### Preschool Behavior Management Best Practices Learn effective preschool behavior management strategies to reduce challenging behaviors and support social-emotional development in your childcare program. [Read Now](https://mybrightwheel.com/blog/keys-to-effective-preschool-behavior-management) - Students - Blog post ### How to Create and Implement Preschool Classroom Rules A comprehensive guide to help you learn how to create preschool classroom rules. [Read Now](https://mybrightwheel.com/blog/how-to-create-and-implement-preschool-classroom-rules) ### Tour the easiest all-in-one childcare and preschool app