Updated September 14, 2026
On September 14th, 2026, Procare Solutions, a leader in AI-enabled child care management software, trusted by more than 40,000 centers nationwide, announced it had acquired Playground, a modern, all-in-one child care management platform recognized for its intuitive design, top-rated customer support and AI-powered tools, including Camber, the first AI assistant purpose-built for child care.
We thought it might be helpful to share answers to questions we expect you might have regarding this announcement:
What is Playground?
Trusted by more than 5,000 centers, Playground is an all-in-one software platform that streamlines child care operations from end to end in a single system, including integrated marketing and enrollment tools that guide families from first inquiry to tour to enrollment, tied directly to your real-time room and program openings, an AI assistant to ease administrative work, and robust financial management for billing, subsidies, and payroll. To learn more, visit www.tryplayground.com
Why did Procare acquire Playground?
Procare is investing in modern, design-forward technology to complement its 30+ years of scale, trust, and operational depth. Bringing Playground into the Procare family of solutions builds on that momentum, furthering its investment in the future of child care.
Do I need to do anything right now?
As a current Procare user, nothing changes for you today. You will continue to use the same product you use today, work with the same Procare teams and operate exactly as you do now, with no action required.
Will Procare continue to support and invest in my current product?
Yes. Procare will continue to support and invest in its existing platforms, and this acquisition doesn't change that. We're continuing to release enhancements across all our platforms. To learn more about recently released product features for Procare, visit:
Desktop: https://www.procaresupport.com/procare-desktop/docs/whats-new
Online: https://www.procaresupport.com/procare-online/docs/whats-new
SCW: https://www.procaresupport.com/procare-schoolcare-works/docs/whats-new
Will my data be shared between Procare and Playground?
There's no change to how your data is stored, used or protected as a result of this announcement. Your data continues to be handled under your existing agreement and Procare's standard privacy practices.
I'm interested in learning more about Playground. Where do I go to learn more?
If you're interested in learning more about Playground, as well as staying informed on the latest innovation updates across all of our platforms, please sign up here
I'm interested in Enrollment Management & Marketing Automation software; I heard Playground has this functionality integrated into their center management software — how can I learn more?
Playground's marketing solution automates the full family-acquisition funnel: capturing website and web-form leads, triggering instant email and text follow-ups, managing tour scheduling and reminders, and running personalized campaigns. The solution is built directly into the platform so leads flow straight into enrollment and billing with no separate CRM software tool to manage and integrate.
To learn more, visit: www.tryplayground.com/solutions/marketing