Fits how you work
We model the software on your real processes, not the other way round.
Custom Software Development
School Management Systems
Admissions, fees, results, timetables and parent communication in one place.
- Starting fromKES 120,000
- Typical timeline6–12 weeks
- CoverageNairobi & countrywide
Overview
School Management Systems, done properly.
Spend less time on paperwork and more on learners. Our school systems handle admissions, fee collection with M-Pesa, CBC assessments, exams, timetables and parent communication — giving administrators, teachers and parents one shared source of truth.
✓ Student admissions and records✓ Fee billing, M-Pesa payments and statements✓ CBC and exam results with report cards✓ Timetables and attendance
Start your project - 2-weekDevelopment sprints with demos
- 100%Source code ownership
- 24/7Cloud availability monitoring
- 1 dayQuote turnaround
Why Permalink
Why businesses choose us for school management systems
Kenya-ready integrations
M-Pesa, KRA eTIMS, SMS and bulk email connected out of the box.
Secure by design
Role-based access, audit logs, encrypted data and regular backups.
Built to grow
Clean, documented code that scales as your users and data increase.
Who it’s for
Perfect if you are…
- Primary and secondary schools
- Colleges and TVET institutions
- School groups with several campuses
- Academies and tuition centres
What’s included
Everything you get
- Student admissions and records
- Fee billing, M-Pesa payments and statements
- CBC and exam results with report cards
- Timetables and attendance
- Parent portal, SMS and email notifications
- Staff and payroll module
Packages
Choose the level that fits
Every package is tailored after a free consultation. Prices exclude VAT.
MVP
From KES 120,000
Launch the core features fast and validate the idea.
- Essential workflows
- Web-based admin dashboard
- Basic reports
Business
Custom quote
Complete solution for day-to-day operations.
- Everything in MVP
- Integrations (M-Pesa, SMS, eTIMS)
- User roles and advanced reports
Enterprise
Custom quote
Multi-branch or high-volume systems.
- Custom architecture and APIs
- Mobile apps and offline mode
- SLA-backed support
Tools & platforms
What we work with
LaravelNode.jsReactFlutterPostgreSQLMySQLAWSM-Pesa DarajaKRA eTIMSAfrica's Talking SMS
Optional extras
Popular add-ons
- + Mobile app (Android/iOS)
- + Data migration from Excel or old systems
- + Staff training sessions
- + Cloud hosting and monitoring
- + Annual support and updates
- + API for third-party systems
How it works
From enquiry to delivery
Typical timeline: 6–12 weeks
- 1
Free consultation
We discuss your goals, site or requirements — by call, WhatsApp or a visit.
- 2
Clear quote
You get a written scope, timeline and transparent price before any work starts.
- 3
Delivery
Our team delivers with regular updates and checks in for your feedback.
- 4
Handover & support
We test, train your team and stay available for support.
Frequently asked questions
Does it support CBC?
Yes. CBC competencies, strands and rubric-based report cards are supported.
Can parents pay fees by M-Pesa?
Yes, with automatic reconciliation to each student account.
Will I see progress during development?
Yes. We work in short sprints and demo working features regularly so you can give feedback early.
Who owns the source code?
You do. On full payment we hand over the source code and documentation.
Can you support the system after launch?
Yes. We offer support plans covering bug fixes, updates, hosting and new features.
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