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title: "Childcare daily health checks"
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published_at: "2024-02-28T20:03:01+00:00"
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# #1 software for daily health checks

## Simplify your daily childcare health checks

## Simplify your daily childcare health checks

Replace paper forms, keep families informed, and maintain a healthy classroom with brightwheel.

![Screenshots of brightwheel's health check app in laptop and mobile devices. Replace paper forms, keep families informed, and maintain a healthy classroom with brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Health-Checks-min.png "Health check app")

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# Keep your classroom healthy

 ![Image](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Beth-Hewitt-e1708980802876.webp "Beth-Hewitt")

> Brightwheel helped keep our program safe during the pandemic. We used the COVID health screen feature every day at check in. Now, we morphed it into more general health questions.
> 
>   **Beth H.**
>  Director of Weekday School in Orlando, FL

## Why brightwheel is #1 for childcare daily health checks

![An icon image of clipboard with a heart that represents the health check feature of brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/health-check-1.png "Digital health checks")### Digital health checks

Replace paper forms and streamline your daily health checks.

![An icon image of light bulb that represents efficiency driving tools in brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/centalized.png "Real-time health alerts")### Real-time health alerts

Receive instant notifications when health issues are noted.

![An icon image of clipboard with a star that represents record-keeping benefit of brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/doc-storage.png "Secure health records storage")### Secure health records storage

Safely store children’s health information and access it when you need it.

![An icon image of a family that represents the engagement feature of brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Family.png "Easy family communication")### Easy family communication

Quickly share health updates with families, increasing trust with your program.

![An icon image of clipboard with a heart that represents the health check feature of brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/health-check-1.png "Digital health checks")### Digital health checks

Replace paper forms and streamline your daily health checks.

![An icon image of light bulb that represents efficiency driving tools in brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/centalized.png "Real-time health alerts")### Real-time health alerts

Receive instant notifications when health issues are noted.

![An icon image of clipboard with a star that represents record-keeping benefit of brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/doc-storage.png "Secure health records storage")### Secure health records storage

Safely store children’s health information and access it when you need it.

![An icon image of a family that represents the engagement feature of brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Family.png "Easy family communication")### Easy family communication

Quickly share health updates with families, increasing trust with your program.

## Protect the health of children and staff with brightwheel

### Conduct daily health checks

- Record the health of each student upon arrival by logging temperatures or illness symptoms
- Monitor student health proactively throughout the day
- Record prescribed medications for students and log when they are administered
- Customize health screen statements to accommodate unique state or program requirements

### Manage immunization records

- Streamline your record keeping by entering vaccination dates directly into each child’s profile with just a few clicks
- Get notified of upcoming and overdue immunizations and stay on top of state requirements
- Generate comprehensive immunization reports instantly, simplifying compliance checks and reporting to health agencies
- Securely store all immunization records for your program in one location

### Promote staff wellness

- Initiate daily health screenings for staff with ease, ensuring a healthy environment for everyone
- Instantly update your team’s health records by logging information in their digital profiles
- Evaluate and view staff health trends with detailed reports to maintain a healthy workplace
- Efficiently inform your staff about health policies and updates directly through the app

### Keep families informed

- Send timely health status notifications to parents and guardians directly through brightwheel
- Encourage two-way communication, allowing families to respond to health alerts or ask questions
- Tailor your messages to deliver targeted health information to individual families or share updates with all
- Keep a clear record of all health-related communication for accountability and future reference

### Early education resources

#### Create a safe and healthy learning environment

Establish a cleaning routine and prevent the spread of germs at your center:

- Learn the best cleaning practices for early education programs
- Access helpful checklists to include in handbooks and post in your center
- Train your staff on effective cleaning procedures

![The Ultimate Cleaning Guide - brightwheel](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/The-Ultimate-Cleaning-Guide-brightwheel.png "The Ultimate Cleaning Guide - brightwheel")![The Ultimate Cleaning Guide - brightwheel](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/The-Ultimate-Cleaning-Guide-brightwheel.png "The Ultimate Cleaning Guide - brightwheel")

[Download template now](https://info.mybrightwheel.com/templates/ultimate-cleaning-guide)

## Brightwheel has more ways to support your childcare program

![An icon image that represents daily schedule 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 cacfp reporting tool in brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Food.svg)### CACFP reporting

Create detailed food menus, log and track meals, and simplify CACFP reporting and reimbursement.

[Learn more](https://mybrightwheel.com/cacfp-software/)

![An icon image that represents classroom management tools in brightwheel.](https://mybrightwheel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/center-management.svg)### Classroom management

Track student attendance and progress, and generate reports to gain insights into classroom trends.

[Learn more](https://mybrightwheel.com/classroom-management/)

## 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.

### 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 mobile-first childcare app, for superior billing, messaging, and attendance tracking—all seamlessly synced in real time across devices.

## Frequently asked questions about daily health checks

### What information is collected on a childcare daily health check form?

A childcare daily health check form typically collects important information regarding a child’s well-being and health status throughout the day. This may include details about the child’s general health, any symptoms of illness they may be experiencing, their temperature readings, information on meals and snacks consumed, details of naps or rest periods taken, and any medications administered.

Additionally, the form could document any specific instructions from parents or guardians, such as allergies, special dietary requirements, or other relevant notes to ensure the child’s safety and well-being while at your program.

### Can I customize the health check templates?

Yes, the health check templates are highly customizable to meet the unique needs of your childcare program. You can adjust fields to match the specific health metrics and observations relevant to your daily processes.

### Can families access the daily health check results?

Yes, brightwheel is designed for transparency. Families can receive real-time updates about their child’s daily health check through the brightwheel app, fostering trust and partnership with your program.

### Can brightwheel help identify health trends among children in our care?

Yes, brightwheel’s reporting feature provides valuable insights into health patterns, helping you monitor and address any changes in your children’s well-being. This can support proactive measures to maintain a healthy learning environment for all.

### Is our children’s health data secure with brightwheel?

Yes, brightwheel takes privacy very seriously. All sensitive health information is encrypted and stored following stringent data protection standards to ensure confidentiality and security. 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 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 daily health checks

- Students
- Blog post

### Health Screening for Preschoolers: A Daily Safety Protocol

Daily health screening for preschoolers ensures safety for both children and teachers. Here are tips on how to carry out health screening at your program.

[Read Now](https://mybrightwheel.com/blog/health-screening-for-preschoolers)

- Business
- Blog post

### Daycare Sick Policy: Essential Guidelines for Childcare Providers and Families

A daycare sick policy provides staff and families with clear procedures for handling illnesses. Read on for the key things to consider when creating your own policy.

[Read Now](https://mybrightwheel.com/blog/daycare-sick-policy)

- Staff
- Blog post

### Health and Safety Training for Childcare Providers and Workers

Ongoing health and safety training for childcare providers ensures your staff is well equipped to care for children.

[Read Now](https://mybrightwheel.com/blog/health-and-safety-training-for-childcare-providers)

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