Automated door access for child care programs
Playground partners with Mellintech to power secure, automated door access built for child care. Keep entry safe, simplify check-in, and manage access directly from Playground.
Join 300,000+ owners, directors, teachers, and families already on Playground
Secure access built for educators
Smarter, safer access that’s designed for early education
Mellintech provides proven, enterprise-grade door hardware designed for busy centers and multi-site programs. Combined with Playground, it gives you a modern entry experience that’s secure, reliable, and built for the way child care teams actually operate.
Enterprise-grade hardware purpose-built for child care
Reliable for single sites and multi-location operators
Eliminate manual key or badge distribution
Remote door unlocking for admins
Built-in check-in tracking with no extra steps
Check-in tracking
Connect entry permissions to Playground check-in and schedules
Instead of managing keys, codes, and access lists manually, Playground helps keep door access aligned with the people who should be on-site. Mellintech + Playground makes secure entry feel automatic — while still keeping admins in control.
Real-time attendance tracking
Auto-syncs with rosters, ratios, and billing
Daily logs include entry data, signatures, and time stamps
Supports family self-check-in with audit-ready data
Auditing checks made simple
Hardware handled by Mellintech, software managed in Playground.
Getting started is straightforward. Mellintech handles the site visit, installation, and hardware setup. Playground handles the software side — including enabling door access inside your platform. The result is a smooth rollout with clear ownership and support.
Mellintech manages installation and hardware
Playground manages the software and access controls
Clear support path depending on what you need
The easiest way to secure your center
Automate attendance, simplify compliance, and give families peace of mind all from the front door.
