Daycare & Preschool Locator Software
Help parents find your childcare centers with age groups, programs, enrollment availability, and operating hours. Perfect for childcare chains and early education networks.
See It In Action
Experience an interactive childcare locator with age group filtering, enrollment availability, and seamless mobile experience.
Layout Options:
Preview Device:
Interactive Search
Try searching for locations to see distance-based results
Responsive Design
Perfect on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
Fully Customizable
Colors, layout, features - everything matches your brand
Features Built for Childcare
Everything you need to help parents find the right childcare center and increase tour requests.
Age Group Filtering
Let parents filter by infant care, toddlers, preschool, and pre-K to find centers serving their child's age.
Program Types
Display full-day, half-day, before/after school, and summer programs at each location.
Enrollment Availability
Show which classrooms have openings and which have waitlists to set parent expectations.
Operating Hours
Display opening and closing times, including early drop-off and late pickup options.
Mobile-Optimized
Fully responsive design ensures parents can find childcare centers on any device.
Analytics Dashboard
Track which centers receive the most searches and tour requests to optimize enrollment.
Childcare Industry Use Cases
From single daycares to national preschool franchises, Maptera powers childcare locators across the early education industry.
Infant & Toddler Care
Help new parents find trusted infant programs with low ratios and nurturing caregivers.
Preschool Programs
Connect families with structured preschool and kindergarten readiness programs.
Before & After School Care
Let working parents find extended care with homework help and enrichment activities.
Summer Camp Programs
Showcase summer camps with weekly themes, field trips, and flexible scheduling.
Why Childcare Providers Need a Location Finder
Finding quality childcare is one of the most important decisions parents make. When families search for daycare or preschool, they need to quickly find centers that accept their child's age group, offer the programs they want, and have openings available. An interactive childcare locator helps parents discover your centers, understand your programs, and take the first step toward enrollment— filling your classrooms with happy families.
Whether you operate a single daycare center, a regional preschool network, or a national early education franchise, an interactive locator helps families find the perfect fit for their child— increasing tour requests and enrollment conversions.
Key Benefits for Childcare Providers
- Age Group Filtering: Let parents filter by infant care, toddler programs, preschool, and pre-K to find centers serving their child's age.
- Program Types: Display full-day, half-day, before/after school, and summer programs at each location.
- Enrollment Availability: Show which classrooms have openings and which have waitlists to set parent expectations.
- Curriculum & Philosophy: Highlight your educational approach—Montessori, Reggio Emilia, play-based, STEM focus.
- Tour Scheduling: Link directly to tour booking and enrollment inquiry forms.
- Local SEO Boost: Rank higher for "daycare near me" and "preschool near me" searches.
- Accreditation Badges: Display NAEYC, state quality ratings, and other credentials to build trust.
How to Set Up Your Childcare Locator
Launching a professional daycare and preschool locator with Maptera takes just minutes. Here's how to get started:
Create Your Maptera Account
Sign up for a Maptera account at our signup page. Start your 14-day trial with no credit card required.
Import Your Childcare Locations
Upload your center locations via CSV or add them manually. Include addresses, phone numbers, operating hours, and program offerings. Our geocoding engine automatically converts addresses into precise map coordinates.
Configure Age Group & Program Filters
Set up filter categories that reflect your childcare offerings. Common filters include age groups (infants, toddlers, preschool, pre-K), programs (full-day, half-day, summer camp), curriculum (Montessori, play-based), and availability status.
Customize Your Brand Design
Match the locator to your childcare brand's warm, welcoming aesthetic. Customize colors, fonts, map pins, and location cards. Add photos of happy children, bright classrooms, and engaging activities.
Embed on Your Website
Add the locator to your website with a simple embed code. Maptera works with any website platform—WordPress, Squarespace, Webflow, or custom-built sites. The responsive design ensures a great experience on desktop, tablet, and mobile.
Enable Tour Scheduling
Add call-to-action buttons for scheduling center tours, submitting enrollment inquiries, or joining waitlists. Connect to your enrollment management system for seamless family onboarding.
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