Free templates for ECD centres

Ready-to-use templates for the paperwork every South African crèche needs. Free, no sign-up, no email required — download and use them today.

Updated July 2026 · Share them with other centres freely

Attendance register template (Excel)

A full-month daily register: learner names, a column for every day, present/absent marking, monthly totals, and signature lines. Print it monthly or fill it in on a computer.

Download the register template (.xlsx) →

Goes with our guide: the DOE attendance register explained.

Fee policy template (Word)

A one-page fee policy for parents to sign at enrolment — fees per age group, due dates, payment methods, the EFT reference rule, late payment process, and a written agreement block. Fill in your amounts and adapt it to your centre.

Download the fee policy template (.docx) →

Fee reminder & arrears letter pack (Word)

Three copy-paste WhatsApp reminder scripts, a formal 30-day arrears letter, and a written payment plan agreement — the full escalation path from friendly nudge to signed plan.

Download the letter pack (.docx) →

Goes with our guide: crèche fee collection — a system that works.