This SOP is intended as a foundational operations manual. Brightwheel frequently updates features and workflows, so administrators should periodically review the Brightwheel Help Center to keep procedures current
## Step 1
Introduction to Brightwheel
Brightwheel is an all-in-one childcare management platform designed to manage:
Student enrollment
Attendance
Parent communication
Billing and payments
Staff management
Learning documentation
Incident reports
Daily classroom activities
Reporting
Digital forms and documents
It is used by childcare centers, preschools, after-school programs, and summer camps to centralize operations.
Use the organization’s approved password manager for all system access. Never place passwords, usernames, PINs, or access codes in this article, task notes, or chat.