Adding Children to a Family

Adding Children to a Family


To add a child to a family, do the following:
  1.  Click on the Families button and select 'Families':



  2.  Click on the name of the family's primary carer in the list to view the family's details. For example: 



  3.  Click on the 'Add Child' button:



  4.  Enter the child's details in the form. All fields marked with a red asterisk  are mandatory.



  5. If you click on the 'More' button you will be able to select options applicable to the child and enter details of any deposits paid:



  6. Click on the 'Save' button to add the child to the family.

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