Best Early Childhood Tools in 2026

We've reviewed and ranked the top early childhood tools based on features, pricing, user ratings, and our hands-on testing.

Scratch

Visual programming for kids

⭐ 4.8/5

Visit Scratch → Free

Childcare and preschool management app

⭐ 4.8/5

Visit Brightwheel → From $20/mo

Free educational app for ages 2-8

⭐ 4.8/5

Visit Khan Academy Kids → Free

Montessori school management

⭐ 4.6/5

Visit Transparent Classroom → From $6/student/mo

Early reading and math for kids

⭐ 4.6/5

Visit Starfall → Free / From $70/yr

Play-based learning for preschoolers

⭐ 4.6/5

Visit Sago Mini School → From $7.99/mo

Digital library for kids 12 and under

⭐ 4.6/5

Visit Epic! → Free for educators / $9.99/mo

Top-rated K-5 math platform

⭐ 4.6/5

Visit Zearn → Free / Premium

Live online classes for kids

⭐ 4.5/5

Visit Outschool → Per-class pricing

Coding platform for kids K-12

⭐ 4.5/5

Visit Tynker → Free / From $9/mo