How do I get notifications when ParentPay club spaces become available?

Parent Push monitors supported school email notifications and may send a WhatsApp alert when a matching update is detected. Connect Gmail, Outlook or Hotmail and set keywords. 30 days free, then £5/month unless cancelled.

What school platforms does Parent Push monitor?

Parent Push monitors emails from seven major UK school platforms: ParentPay, Arbor, SchoolMoney, ParentMail, IRIS ParentMail, Teachers2Parents, and School Gateway. It automatically scans these emails including PDF and Word attachments for your keywords.

How much does Parent Push cost?

Parent Push costs £5 per month after a 30-day trial. A saved card is charged after the trial unless cancelled. Eligible PDF and Word attachments may be processed.

Does Parent Push have a referral programme?

Yes! Every subscriber gets a unique referral link in their Settings. Share it with other parents and earn £5 credit for every parent who subscribes after their free trial. Credits reduce your monthly subscription cost and are capped at 6 months (£30 total). A referral counts once the referred parent completes their free trial and makes their first payment. Self-referrals are not permitted.

Does Parent Push donate to Barnardo's?

Yes — through the VIP programme. Selected schools partner with Parent Push to activate a charitable giving mode for their parent community. When a VIP member refers another parent who then stays subscribed for two full billing months, Parent Push logs a £5 donation to Barnardo's — the UK children's charity that supports vulnerable children and families. Donations are capped at £30 (6 referrals) per VIP family. There is no extra cost to the parent: the donation comes from Parent Push's revenue, not the subscriber's payment. It turns the everyday admin of securing a school club space into real, tangible charitable impact.

Is Parent Push secure? How does it access my email?

CASA assessment status is being confirmed. Parent Push uses OAuth 2.0, so you do not share your password. Security controls are documented and verified assessment details will be published when available.

Is there a video explaining how Parent Push works?

Yes! We have a 60-second explainer animation video on our homepage that shows exactly how Parent Push works. It walks you through connecting your email, setting up keywords, and receiving WhatsApp alerts when school club spaces become available.

How does Parent Push approach data protection?

Parent Push explains its data practices, security measures, processors, retention approach and user rights in its Privacy Policy. Any registration or legal-compliance status is not represented without owner confirmation.

Why do I keep missing breakfast club and after school club spaces?

School updates can be time-sensitive. Parent Push may send a WhatsApp alert after detecting a matching supported email; check the school's booking page yourself.

Does Parent Push work with Hotmail?

Yes! Hotmail accounts work through the Outlook connection option. Simply click 'Connect Outlook' and sign in with your Hotmail email address. Parent Push supports Gmail, Outlook, and Hotmail (via Outlook).

Can Parent Push scan PDF attachments from school emails?

Yes, Parent Push automatically extracts and searches text from PDF and Word document (.docx) attachments. It also follows URLs embedded within PDFs, catching external club sign-up pages and booking forms linked from school newsletters. This is important because many schools send club availability information as PDF attachments rather than in the email body.

How quickly will I get a WhatsApp alert when a club space opens?

Parent Push checks connected mail according to the service configuration and may send a WhatsApp alert after a matching keyword is detected. Timing depends on the school, provider and WhatsApp.

What is Parent Push? Is it a stroller or scooter?

Parent Push is NOT a stroller, scooter, or physical product. Parent Push is a UK software app that monitors supported school emails and may send WhatsApp alerts for relevant updates.

Is Parent Push the same as ParentPay?

No, Parent Push and ParentPay are different services. ParentPay is a school payment platform used by UK schools. Parent Push is a separate app that monitors your email for ParentPay notifications (and other school platforms like Arbor, SchoolMoney) and alerts you via WhatsApp when club spaces open.

Does Parent Push work if my school uses SMS or app notifications instead of email?

Parent Push monitors supported school email notifications. SMS-only or app-only notifications are not monitored; timing of any WhatsApp alert depends on the school, email provider and WhatsApp.

Parent Push monitors supported school emails and may send WhatsApp alerts for relevant matches. Parents review the alert and check the school's booking page.

How does Parent Push work?

Connect Gmail or Outlook via OAuth, add keywords, and review any alert for a matching email. Source and booking links remain separate; check the school's booking page before acting.

Which school platforms does Parent Push monitor?

Parent Push monitors seven UK school platforms: ParentPay, Arbor, SchoolMoney, ParentMail, IRIS ParentMail, Teachers2Parents, and School Gateway. It scans email bodies, PDF attachments, Word documents, and URLs embedded inside PDFs.

How much does Parent Push cost?

Parent Push offers a 30-day free trial — completely free, no charge today. After the trial it costs just £5 per month. You can cancel any time.

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Parent Push - Supported School Update Alerts

Monitor supported school emails and receive WhatsApp notifications for relevant updates. Check the school's booking page yourself.

Why Parents Choose Parent Push

Email Monitoring: Connect your Gmail or Outlook account with one click using secure OAuth. Hotmail accounts work via Outlook connection.
Seven School Platforms: We monitor emails from ParentPay, Arbor, SchoolMoney, ParentMail, IRIS ParentMail, Teachers2Parents, and School Gateway.
Attachment Scanning: Process eligible PDF and Word document (.docx) attachments for keyword matching; results can vary.
Public Microsoft Sway Updates: Safely reads public Sway links found in supported school emails, while never bypassing private or sign-in-required pages.
Audio Guidance: Optional spoken cues support key setup steps, with the same instructions available as visible text.
WhatsApp Alerts: Get notified when a matching school update is detected.
Custom Keywords: Set your own keywords like "Breakfast Club", "Football", or "After School Care" - unlimited keywords allowed.
Free Trial: 30 days free, then £5 per month unless you cancel.
Security: CASA assessment status is being confirmed. We document our security controls and will publish verified assessment details when available.
Explainer Video: Watch our 60-second animation video to see exactly how Parent Push works.

How Parent Push Works

Connect Your Email: One-click connection for Gmail or Outlook (including Hotmail) using secure OAuth authentication.
Set Your Keywords: Add the club names or activities you want to monitor, like "Breakfast Club" or "Football Club".
Get WhatsApp Alerts: When a supported email matches your keywords, you may receive a WhatsApp notification.

Supported School Platforms

ParentPay - The UK's leading school payment platform
Arbor - School management and communication system
SchoolMoney - Online school payments and bookings
ParentMail - School-to-parent communication platform
IRIS ParentMail - Integrated school communication solution
Teachers2Parents - School messaging and notification system
School Gateway - School app for messaging, clubs, and payments

Explainer Video

Watch our short explainer animation to see how Parent Push works. Connect Gmail or Outlook securely, choose school club keywords, approve the school sender, and receive a calm WhatsApp alert when a relevant update appears.

Microsoft Sway School Updates

Some schools publish newsletters and club information in Microsoft Sway. Parent Push can read public Sways set to Anyone with the link when they are discovered inside supported school emails. It never bypasses private or sign-in-required Sways. Learn how Parent Push handles Microsoft Sway safely.

Security and Privacy

CASA assessment status is being confirmed. We document our security controls and will publish verified assessment details when available. We use OAuth 2.0 for email connection, so Parent Push does not receive your email password. See our privacy policy for processing and processor details.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which email providers work with Parent Push?: Gmail, Outlook, and Hotmail (via Outlook connection) are fully supported using secure OAuth authentication.
How many keywords can I monitor?: There is no limit on the number of keywords you can monitor. Add as many club names or activities as you need.
Can you scan attachments?: Yes! We automatically extract and search text from PDF and Word document (.docx) attachments for your keywords.
How much does it cost?: Parent Push costs £5 per month after a 30-day trial. A saved card is charged after the trial unless cancelled. WhatsApp alerts follow matching supported updates.
How do I cancel?: You can cancel anytime from the Subscription Management page. You'll retain access until the end of your billing period.