ParentSquare
Is ParentSquare free? Service / Storefront.
Pricing: The app has no in-app purchases; it's free for families, provided through the school district's own ParentSquare subscription rather than any purchase made by parents.
ParentSquare is a school-to-family communication app for districts that use the ParentSquare service. The app itself is free, but its purpose is accessing a school-provided communication system rather than functioning as a standalone free app.
- Keeps updates from multiple schools and teachers in one place.
- Parents praise direct teacher messaging and last-minute school updates.
- Supports families with several children and schools from one account.
- Recent reviews repeatedly report notification badges that will not clear.
- Users report login loops, lost sessions, and errors opening school posts.
- Notification controls can make it difficult to separate important classroom messages from district-wide notices.
The app has no in-app purchases; it's free for families, provided through the school district's own ParentSquare subscription rather than any purchase made by parents.
- School news, classroom updates, and photos
- Direct messaging with teachers and staff
- Attendance alerts and cafeteria balances
- Sign up for volunteering and conferences
What is ParentSquare? ParentSquare helps schools and families stay connected and informed—all in one easy place. Whether it’s a quick message from a teacher, an important alert from the district, or a reminder about tomorrow’s field trip, ParentSquare makes sure families never miss a thing. Why families and teachers love ParentSquare: • Simple, easy-to-use app and website • Messages are automatically translated into 190+ languages • Best-in-class safety and security practices • One place for all school updates, alerts, and messages With ParentSquare, families and staff save time and stay connected—so everyone can focus on helping students succeed. ParentSquare for iOS The ParentSquare app makes it easy for families to stay in the loop and engage with their child’s school community. With the app, parents and guardians can: • See school news, classroom updates, and photos • Receive important notices like attendance alerts and cafeteria balances • Message teachers and staff directly • Join group conversations • Sign up for wishlist items, volunteering, and conferences • Respond to absences or tardies* • Pay school-related fees and invoices* * If included with your school's implementation
