Introduction to Parenta Pay

Introduction to Parenta Pay

Parenta Pay: Streamline Your Nursery's Payment Process with Ease

Parenta Pay simplifies and enhances the payment process for both settings and parents. By integrating Stripe payment gateway into our applications, Parenta Pay offers a seamless, secure, and efficient way to handle Direct Debit payments.

There are no additional fees for using Parenta Pay feature. This means that you can take advantage of our Direct Debit payment collection service without incurring any extra costs from us. Our goal is to provide you with a convenient and cost-effective solution for managing your payments.


Why Choose Parenta Pay?

Simplified Payments: With Parenta Pay, parents can now easily set up Direct Debit payments directly through the Parent Portal app. This means no more chasing late payments or dealing with complex banking procedures.

Time-Saving Efficiency: Automating the payment process significantly reduces administrative workload. Your team can focus more on providing exceptional care and education rather than managing invoices and reconciling payments.

Enhanced Security: Stripe is a globally trusted payment gateway known for its robust security measures. With Parenta Pay, all transactions are protected, ensuring peace of mind for both nurseries and parents.

Real-Time Reconciliation: Our integration allows for instant updates on payment statuses, making it easier to track and reconcile payments without delay. This feature helps maintain accurate financial records and improves overall financial management.

Improved Parent Experience: Offering a convenient and user-friendly way for parents to setup and track Direct Debit collections through their Parent Portal app, reducing the risk of missed or delayed payments and fostering a positive relationship with your nursery.


Get Started with Parenta Pay

Implementing Parenta Pay in your setting is straight forward. Check out the following help articles to get started:
  1. Parenta Pay Fees
  2. Getting Started
  3. Collecting Payments
  4. Viewing & Cancelling Queued Collections
  5. Importing & Reconciling Payments
  6. Track Payments
  7. Frequently Asked Questions

Need further help?
Contact our customer experience team on 0800 002 9242, or create a support ticket here. 

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