Playground was built for child care from day one. In this webinar, our founder walks through why Playground exists, who it's built for, and how it actually runs the operational side of a program: billing, enrollment, family communication, compliance, staff management, and reporting.

You'll leave with:

• The story behind Playground

• A look at how directors use it day to day, from enrollment through payroll

• A live Q&A for you to get your questions answered and discover Playground for your program

Summer camp changes everything overnight. New schedules, new rosters, new billing structures, new families, new safety considerations. This session walks through how to set up camp the right way from the start, so June isn't spent putting out fires.

You'll leave with:

• A summer safety checklist you can actually use (water play, field trips, sunscreen policies, heat protocols)

• Operational tips for staffing ratios, late pickups, and camp-specific attendance workflows

• Fun camp activity ideas to set your summer up for success

Staffing is often the biggest source of stress for directors, but it doesn't have to be. We want to help you move from constantly putting out fires to running a smooth, predictable operation.

In this session, we will share a proven framework that helps you:

• Create flexible schedules that keep your team happy and reduce turnover.

• Handle last-minute call-outs without panic.

• Set clear boundaries that protect your time and prevent burnout.

Most child care directors are running full programs and still feel uncertain about their finances.

Not because business is bad. Because the data they're looking at isn't giving them the full picture. Payout reports that miss fees and discounts. Billing software that doesn't connect to the bookkeeping. Financials reviewed once a year, at tax time, when it's too late to act on what they find.

This webinar is built for child care directors and program owners who want financial clarity without hiring a full-time accountant or rebuilding their systems from scratch.

Alexis from Little Ledgers walks through 5 of the most common financial mistakes child care directors make, with practical, specific fixes for each one. Every fix is designed to work with systems you likely already use, including Playground.

Email: alexis@littleledgers.com
CPA Firm: Little Ledgers

Most childcare centers don’t struggle with marketing. They struggle with conversion.

• Tours feel inconsistent

• Follow-up gets delayed

• Families say “we’ll think about it”

And classrooms stay partially empty.

In this tactical session, we’ll break down the exact tour structure and follow-up system high-performing centers use to turn interest into enrollment. You'll walk away with:

• A tour script that highlights your center's unique strengths.

• A follow-up system that keeps families engaged after they leave.

• Proven strategies to increase your conversion rates and fill empty spots.

Childcare directors and operators are overwhelmed — not because they lack commitment, but because their workflows are manual, fragmented, and reactive.

In this session, we’ll break down where AI fits inside a childcare center in practical, operational terms.

You’ll leave with:

• A clear understanding of which workflows should be automated

• A framework for reclaiming 5–10+ hours per week

• A roadmap for using AI to improve enrollment, communication, and reporting — without sacrificing quality

In this session, you’ll learn:

• How to fill empty seats during peak enrollment months

• Best practices for managing and communicating with waitlists

• How to prepare your enrollment process for summer and the year ahead

The child care landscape is evolving — and 2026 is set to bring meaningful shifts for early education providers.

Join Dr. Tamar Andrews, ECE professor and author, for a forward-looking conversation on the trends shaping the next chapter of child care. From policy developments and workforce changes to technology adoption and shifting family expectations, this session will help directors and operators understand what’s coming — and how to prepare.

Whether you’re planning for expansion, navigating staffing challenges, or simply trying to stay ahead of industry change, this session will provide insight to help you make informed decisions for the year ahead.