TABLE OF CONTENTS

• What is on my Upwards profile? 
• How do I create my profile with Upwards?
• How do I claim my Upwards profile?

What is on my Upwards profile? 

Families need to get a feel for what you can offer. At Upwards, we help build your online profile, which includes:

• Program Overview

• Teachers

• Family reviews

• Tuition

• Location

Let's provide more details on each section:

1. The Program Overview Section provides a quick snapshot of you and your location. This includes:

a. Ages - You can see current availability for Infants (0 - 2 years), Toddlers (2 - 5 years), and Preschoolers (5 + years).

b. Operation days and hours - You can search for extended weekday and weekend support. 

c. Accept subsidy - Everyone should have access to affordable childcare. Prioritize your budget and identify caregivers who accept government subsidies. 

d. Provider type - You can find in-home daycares, daycare centers, nannies, and babysitters. 

e. Daycare license - Want to do more research? You can review their most recent inspection and complaints. 

f. Curriculum - We partner with providers who are experts in Bank Street, HighScope, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf, or Faith-based learning.  

g. Meals provided - You can find providers who offer breakfast, lunch, dinner, and even snacks!

2. The Teachers Section provides a brief biography about you, detailing your years of experience and any special certifications. If you have an assistant or co-owner, we recommend including their information as well. 

3. The Reviews Section is where your families can share their experiences with your daycare. This is a great way to establish trust and credibility. To begin, you can send a link to your current enrolled families, friends, or relatives. Please keep in mind that only 3 initial reviews are allowed. Subsequent reviews will be automatically collected once a family enrolls in your daycare through Upwards. 

4. The Tuition Section clarifies the cost of your services. Most families look at the tuition rates before reaching out to a daycare because they want to ensure they can afford you! This section lists all your Upwards rates. We recommend listing your full-time rates and always sharing your Upwards rates with interested families.

5. The Location Section provides a short description of your environment and local neighborhood. This helps families envision your space and local community. Please note that your address will not be publicly shared for the safety of your family, your enrolled children, and yourself.

How do I create my profile with Upwards?

Creating your online profile is simple with Upwards! You can use the Upwards App or Website:

• Upwards App: https://go.upwards.com/download

• Upwards Website: https://upwards.com/provide-care

Check out "How do I sign up my daycare with Upwards?" for a step-by-step guide to create your online profile. We'll help you build your Upwards profile so families can easily learn more about your daycare!

How do I claim my Upwards profile?

Did you find your daycare already posted on Upwards? That's because we partner with your State's Licensing to identify providers who are both in and outside of our network. This helps families consider all of their options before making a decision!

You can still claim your profile, add more details about your program and expertise, and unlock extra tools and resources to connect with families in your area! You will be able to:

Here’s how to claim your free listing:

1. Go to upwards.com.

Search for your Daycare's name or address in the Find Care toolbar.

2. Select your daycare and scroll down.

Under the looking for childcare banner, Select the pencil that says "Manage this page."

3. You will need to create an account to claim your profile. 

If you already have an account, you can log in. If you have never logged in before, you can use Gmail, Facebook, or an active Email account. 

A member of the Upwards Provider Operations team will reach out within 24 - 48 hours!

Need Help? If you need any assistance or have questions, feel free to contact our Support Team by submitting a ticket or emailing us at [email protected]!