Sawyer, a software platform for kid classes, raises $6 million, including from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative

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Sawyer

Sawyer CEO and co-founder Marissa Evans Alden suggests it’s a big opportunity that’s just waiting to be exploited. “None of these vendors run on any type of [sophisticated] software,” she says. She likens what Sawyer is building to the cloud-based business management software made by publicly traded MindBody, which caters to the wellness industry and went public in 2015. “Where MindBody was able to power yoga facilities, there isn’t this layer in that space,” says Alden.

#Childcare Software #Appointments and Scheduling #Book Events Online

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KidPass

Much like venture-backed outfits KidPass and Pearachute, customers of Sawyer (who are parents and caregivers mostly) can pay for classes featured directly on its website. Unlike many services that charge a fixed price per month, and/or a membership fee, however, the classes are available à la carte, and no membership is required.

#Childcare Software #Kids Education #Online Bookings

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Pearachutekids.com

Much like venture-backed outfits KidPass and Pearachute, customers of Sawyer (who are parents and caregivers mostly) can pay for classes featured directly on its website. Unlike many services that charge a fixed price per month, and/or a membership fee, however, the classes are available à la carte, and no membership is required.

#Childcare Software #Kids Education #Parental