Every preschool or childcare center has unique requirements when it comes to managing student information. With custom fields, you can personalize the student profile by adding specific details that matter to your center.
Step 1: Access Custom Field Settings
Go to Settings in the left-hand navigation.
Select Forms to manage the student data fields.
Step 2: Add a Custom Field
Click on Add Form Item in the top right corner.
Choose the appropriate field type from the following options:
Text Field – For open-ended responses (e.g., Allergies, Preferred Name).
Number Field – For numeric values (e.g., Emergency Contact Number).
Dropdown List – For predefined options (e.g., Transportation Mode, Dietary Restrictions).
Yes/No Checkbox – For simple yes/no answers (e.g., Has Siblings at the Center?).
Date Field – For selecting a date (e.g., Enrollment Start Date).
Step 3: Configure Field Settings
Field Name: Give a clear, descriptive name for the field.
Assign to: Choose whether the field applies to Students, Parents, or Teachers.
Mandatory: Decide whether the field should be required or optional.
Step 4: Save & Apply Changes
Once all details are set, click Submit to save the new custom field.
The field will now appear in the student or parent profile, allowing staff to input the relevant information.
By customizing student profiles, your childcare center can efficiently manage the information that’s most important to you, ensuring a more organized and tailored approach to student record-keeping.