TLDR
Kangarootime charges $8 per classroom per month, making it one of the more predictable pricing models in childcare software. A 4-classroom center pays $32/month. But the per-class model does not include proactive ratio alerts or automated subsidy billing. PebbleDesk starts at $20/month with both compliance features included.
Kangarootime
$8/class/moper month
PebbleDesk
Center Starter from $99/mo, subsidy reconciliation includedper month, no setup fee
Kangarootime Pricing Tiers
| Tier | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Per-Class Pricing | $8/class/month | Attendance tracking and check-in/check-out, Staff scheduling, Parent communication, Billing and invoicing, Basic reporting |
Hidden Costs You Won't See on the Pricing Page
- ⚠ Per-class pricing scales with every classroom added
- ⚠ No proactive ratio alerts at any pricing level
- ⚠ Subsidy billing requires manual reconciliation regardless of classroom count
- ⚠ Advanced reporting features may require additional configuration
Kangarootime Per-Class Pricing
Kangarootime pricing model is simple: $8 per classroom per month. For directors budgeting software costs, this predictability is genuine value. You know exactly what you will pay based on your classroom count.
The model favors multi-room centers. A center with 8 classrooms and 120 children pays $64/month. On Brightwheel enrollment-based pricing, the same center would pay $400-$1,000+/month.
What the Price Includes and What It Does Not
Kangarootime $8/class covers attendance tracking, check-in/check-out, staff scheduling, parent communication, and billing. These are operational essentials and the pricing is competitive for what is included.
What is not included at any price: proactive ratio alerts and automated subsidy billing. These compliance features are not part of the Kangarootime platform.
PebbleDesk starts at $20/month (for home providers) or $50/month (for centers) with ratio alerts and subsidy tracking included at every tier.
| Center Size | Monthly Cost | Comparable PebbleDesk Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 2 classrooms | $16/mo | $20/mo |
| 4 classrooms | $32/mo | $20/mo |
| 6 classrooms | $48/mo | $50/mo |
| 8 classrooms | $64/mo | $50/mo |
| 10 classrooms | $80/mo | $50/mo |
Source: Kangarootime pricing information
Q&A
How much does Kangarootime cost for a 6-classroom center?
At $8 per classroom per month, a 6-classroom center pays $48/month. This is significantly cheaper than enrollment-based platforms like Brightwheel for multi-room centers.
Q&A
Is Kangarootime cheaper than Brightwheel?
For multi-classroom centers, yes. A 4-classroom center with 50 children pays $32/month on Kangarootime vs $150-$300/month on Brightwheel. The per-class model is more predictable and cheaper for centers with moderate enrollment per room.
Q&A
What does Kangarootime not include?
Kangarootime does not include proactive ratio alerts or automated subsidy billing at any pricing level. These compliance features are not part of the platform. PebbleDesk includes both from $20/month.
| Kangarootime | PebbleDesk | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost (small center) | $8/class/mo | Center Starter from $99/mo, subsidy reconciliation included |
| Setup fee | Varies | $0 |
| Contract | Varies | Month-to-month |
| Subsidy reporting included | Add-on/Limited | Yes |
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