Best Aurora Early Education Apps

Day Early Learning

by Early Learning Indiana, Inc.

Free

This app centralizes family account management for early learning centers. Parents can access documents, manage billing, and share photos and videos of their child's day. It also facilitates easy drop-offs and communication with teachers.

ELOF 2 GO

by Office of Head Start

Free

This mobile resource provides educators with on-the-go access to the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework (ELOF). It details child development goals and effective practices to support them, designed specifically for early childhood professionals.

ELV Provider/Staff

Child Care Provider/Staff

Free

This app helps childcare providers manage daily operations, from check-in to check-out. It facilitates communication with parents and internal teams, records meals, shares photos, and provides quick access to child information.

Teach Early Years Magazine

Early years teaching advice

Free

Access expert advice and practical ideas for early years education. Covers topics from child nutrition and Montessori methods to SEND support and resource reviews. Ideal for educators and childcare professionals.

CAAEYC Events

by California Association for the Education of Young Children

Free

This app connects early care and education professionals with a large annual conference. It offers over 150 workshops on child development, curriculum, and advocacy, serving as a professional growth experience for educators and administrators.

Links 2 Home

by Teaching Strategies, LLC

Free

This app provides daily updates and photos from participating preschools to parents via email. Stay informed about your child's activities and progress at school with convenient digital reports.

Early Learning Exchange

Exchange Ideas, Boost Learning

Free

A collaborative platform for Indiana's early learning professionals to share best practices, exchange knowledge, and access resources. Connect with peers to discuss challenges and opportunities, fostering collective growth and innovation in early childhood education.

Onboard Buddy

Teacher Training for Childcare

Free

This platform offers weekly professional development for early childhood educators. It includes live coaching sessions, quizzes, and an AI assistant for practical strategies. Designed for Infant, Toddler, and Pre-K teachers.

illumine for Parents

Early Years Centers & Schools

Free

This app streamlines operations for preschools and daycares, from attendance tracking and billing to AI-powered lesson planning. It enhances parent engagement through real-time communication, photo sharing, and contactless check-in/out.

ELOF@HOME

by Office of Head Start

Free

This mobile tool provides on-the-go access to the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework (HS ELOF). It offers insights into child development goals and effective practices for home visitors, supporting parents in their child's growth. The app includes diverse imagery and stories, focusing on individualizing for children with unique needs.

Arc Pathway

The early years platform

Free

This app supports early years education by allowing school staff to profile children's development, create observations, and manage learning journals. Families can view shared content and add comments, fostering collaboration between home and school.

KinderCare

by KinderCare

Free

Provides parents with real-time updates and photos of their child's day at daycare. Features a messaging system to connect with center staff and offers a secure way to stay informed about your child's activities and learning.

NurturEd: Early Years

Holistic Parenting Support

Free

This app provides parents with expert-backed activities and guidance to foster their child's development during crucial early years. It aims to build confidence, emotional intelligence, and resilience through everyday interactions, helping parents be present and effective.

illumine School

Early Years Centers & Schools

Free

This app streamlines operations for preschools and daycares, offering features like digital attendance, automated billing, and AI-powered lesson planning. It enhances parent engagement through real-time communication and photo sharing, simplifying daily management and admissions.

SmartTeach

Daily Classroom Essentials

Free

This app helps early childhood educators streamline daily classroom tasks. It simplifies documentation, classroom management, and family communication with easy-to-use tools for online and offline use.

ELC Miami-Dade/Monroe Family

Find Early Learning Facilities

Free

This app helps families find high-quality early learning programs, including school readiness, voluntary pre-kindergarten, and after-school options. It focuses on promoting the development of children from birth to age 5 in Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties.