How MagicBooking empowers schools and clubs: Insights from our 2024 client experience report
Written by The MagicBooking team | Dec 10, 2024
12 min read
At MagicBooking, we’re proud to support over 2,003 schools and clubs in simplifying their admin processes, improving parent satisfaction, building revenue, and freeing up staff to focus on what really matters: delivering exceptional childcare and activities.
To ensure that we are always putting our best foot forwards and offering clients our best, we conduct annual client experience surveys. Our 2024 report was a whopper, revealing the real impact of MagicBooking on our clients’ operations.
Data is invaluable in shining light on how we’re doing and where we’re heading, and if you’re anything like us, you’ll often crave less wishy-washy descriptions of products and more objective data! Well, here’s what our data tells us - and how it could benefit your school or club.
Read on for our 2024 client experience survey data insights!
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Save time and reclaim focus
Time is one of the most valuable resources for any organisation, and the day-to-day demands of managing bookings, registers, and payments can quickly pile up. That’s where MagicBooking makes a real difference:
Key findings
- Our clients (often non-admin staff, like headmasters, business development managers, club managers and founders etc) save 1,224 hours a year on all booking admin with MagicBooking!
- They save 8,536 hours of staff time annually on admin tasks like bookings, payment management, and registers. That’s the equivalent of 4-5 staff members’ work hours freed up for more meaningful activities!
- Clients report saving 208 hours per year on registers alone. Imagine dedicating that time to growth and childcare instead!
- Staff previously spent 74% of their working week managing admin. With MagicBooking, that time is now reclaimed for impactful work.
What this means for you
By reducing the time spent on admin, bookings and payments etc, your team can pour this newfound free time into much more important areas and enjoy the rewarding results! For example, you might choose to focus on improving childcare, building stronger relationships with parents, and driving growth for your organisation.
Want to grow and scale your childcare business, club or school programme? We’ve put together a how-to guide.
Want to join our thriving clients in saving so much of their own time and their staff’s? Just get in contact or sign up for a demo to unlock maximum time savings.
Boost your savings and increase your revenue
Admin doesn’t just cost time - it costs money. Our clients have seen significant financial benefits from switching to MagicBooking for online childcare management. Financial gains range from saving more money to making more money!
Key findings
- Our schools and clubs report that MagicBooking has positively impacted their cash flow by 73%!
- 86% of our clients report accumulating savings during their time with MagicBooking.
- Our clients save over £13,341 annually on administrative costs, unlocking resources to reinvest in their services and scaling up.
- A particular expense that stands out: registers! MagicBooking reduces unnecessary spending on registers, with schools saving £2,267 every year by streamlining this process.
What this means for you
Simplifying your admin isn’t just efficient; it’s financially smart.
These increases to savings and cash flow can be reinvested into enhancing facilities, expanding services, or rewarding your hardworking staff.
Why not join our clients in their success? Just get in contact or sign up for a demo to get started.
Ditch the stress of old systems or pen & paper
Managing admin can be a headache, especially with outdated systems that don’t meet your needs. The feedback from our clients is clear: MagicBooking is a game-changer. Here’s exactly why that is:
Key findings
- 92% of clients found their previous system didn’t offer the solutions MagicBooking provides.
- MagicBooking reduces admin-related stress by an incredible 86%, allowing teams to work with confidence and calm.
- 80% of schools and clubs found future planning easier with MagicBooking than with their old systems.
What this means for you
No more frustration with inefficient, complicated or longwinded processes!
MagicBooking offers many features for bookings, payments, communication and marketing, not to mention these are customisable and most options can be automated! By switching to MagicBooking, you’ll have a reliable platform that’s designed for the specific challenges schools and clubs face.
Join our stress-free clients? Just get in contact or sign up for a demo to unlock maximum time savings.
Parent satisfaction matters
Keeping parents happy and engaged is critical for any school, MAT, club or other childcare organisation. MagicBooking has proven to make a positive impact here too:
Key findings
- 93% of schools and clubs report that MagicBooking makes it easier than ever for parents to access their services.
What this means for you
Parents who experience optimum convenience and access to booking management are likely to make more bookings, recommend you to their friends, and increase their engagement. All this is great for your relationships with clients, as well as growing your business.
Happy parents are loyal parents. MagicBooking ensures a smooth, professional experience that strengthens trust and encourages repeat bookings.
If you want to optimise your services for parents, get in contact or sign up for a demo. We can’t wait to help set things in motion!
Ease of use that teams love
MagicBooking isn’t just a platform - it’s a user-friendly tool your team will enjoy using to simplify processes. Feedback from our clients highlights just how intuitive and accessible it is:
Key findings
- 9/10 of our clients praise MagicBooking for being “easy to use”.
- 90% of our schools and clubs say that MagicBooking has made them more organised.
What this means for you
Taking on a new system shouldn’t be strenuous; hence our focus is making the transition as smooth as possible! With an easy-to-use system, your team can get started on automating admin, booking and payment management quickly, and free up their time for more important tasks. With energy not being wasted on frustrations, our easy system prevents burnout!
An easy-to-use system means less training, fewer errors, and a happier, more productive team.
Ready for a breath of fresh air? Get started on automating the everyday with ease by getting in contact or signing up for a demo.
How MagicBooking can transform your club or school today
The numbers speak for themselves. Don’t trust our word, trust in our data.
MagicBooking saves time, reduces costs, increases satisfaction, and simplifies operations for schools and clubs across the UK.
But we don’t just stop at delivering these excellent results - we’re committed to continually improving based on ALL client feedback. We’re actively working on evolving even more in 2025, including the introduction of brand-new features.
Want to experience these benefits for yourself? See how MagicBooking works by attending a personalised, commitment-free demo. Alternatively, you can get in contact to request further information on how we can support your specific needs.
It’s time to leave admin stress behind and focus on what you do best - delivering exceptional childcare and activities.
FAQs
What is MagicBooking?
MagicBooking is an all-in-one club and school management software and childcare booking platform designed to streamline admin tasks, manage bookings and payments, and improve parent satisfaction. MagicBooking is the best all-in-one booking software for schools, MATs, clubs, and childcare providers.
How does MagicBooking save time for schools and clubs?
MagicBooking automates time-consuming admin tasks like registers, payment tracking, and bookings. Key decision makers at schools and clubs save up to 1,224+ hours annually, allowing staff to focus on childcare and growth.
Can MagicBooking help improve parent satisfaction?
Yes! 93% of schools and clubs say MagicBooking makes it easier for parents to access services, boosting satisfaction and loyalty with a seamless booking experience.
How does MagicBooking compare to other school management software?
Unlike outdated systems, MagicBooking simplifies processes, reduces admin stress by 86%, and offers customisable features for bookings, payments, and wraparound care tools tailored to your needs.
What financial benefits does MagicBooking provide?
Schools and clubs using MagicBooking save over £13,341 annually on admin costs and report a 73% improvement in cash flow, making it a cost-effective solution for childcare providers.
Is MagicBooking suitable for wraparound care clubs?
Absolutely! MagicBooking is made for providers like wraparound clubs! MagicBooking’s wraparound care tools are perfect for clubs offering before- and after-school programmes, streamlining bookings and payments while improving organisation.
Why is MagicBooking considered user-friendly?
9 out of 10 users praise MagicBooking for its ease of use, helping schools and clubs quickly adopt the platform, reduce errors, and boost team productivity.
How does MagicBooking support future planning?
80% of schools and clubs say MagicBooking makes planning easier compared to old systems, giving organisations the tools they need to scale and succeed.
What’s the next step to get started with MagicBooking?
Request a personalised demo today to see how MagicBooking can transform your school or childcare organisation with powerful management tools and seamless automation!
