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CoDMON Implementation in Itakura Town

On September 1, 2026, Itakura Town in Gunma Prefecture will adopt the innovative childcare ICT service, CoDMON, provided by Codmon Inc., headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo. This initiative is part of a broader rollout that has seen the service adopted in 754 municipalities across the nation, with eight of those in Gunma Prefecture.

Aiming for Improved Quality and Convenience

With the aim of enhancing convenience for parents and automating administrative tasks for caregivers, the introduction of CoDMON addresses significant challenges faced by preschools in Itakura. Currently, staff often find themselves overwhelmed with calls from parents reporting absences, particularly during periods of heightened illness, which can result in as many as 15 to 16 calls a day. Additionally, the manual logging of daily reports in paper format, especially for infants aged 0 to 2 years, has proven to be burdensome for staff.

The objectives behind adopting CoDMON are twofold:

• - To enhance convenience for parents.
• - To decrease workload for caregivers, thereby improving the quality of childcare.

Services Offered by CoDMON

Itakura’s preschools will utilize various features of the CoDMON service to streamline operations:

1. Notifications for Parents

Parents can quickly inform the preschool about tardiness, absences, pick-ups, and extensions via a dedicated app. This real-time communication eliminates the need for phone calls, allowing staff to focus on child care rather than administrative tasks.

2. Mass Communication

The service allows preschools to send messages to parents easily through selected templates for various classes and students. Information can be disseminated via email, in-app notifications, or SMS, ensuring timely communication without the usual hassles of printed notices.

3. Electronic Communication Books

CoDMON digitizes the communication log between parents and caregivers. Parents can input information about their child's home life through a straightforward selection system, minimizing the administrative load while giving teachers enriched feedback opportunities via photos and observations from the preschool environment.

4. Entry and Exit Management

A feature allowing parents to check in and out using a QR code automates record-keeping for attendance and billing for extended care. This system also enables families to share attendance statuses with each other easily through the app.

Feedback from Itakura Town Officials

A representative from Itakura Town has expressed hope that the CoDMON system will significantly improve quality of childcare by streamlining processes and alleviating some of the burdens currently faced by staff. "We anticipate that increasing convenience for parents and reducing the workload for caregivers will enhance our support for child-rearing," they stated.

About Codmon Inc.

Codmon Inc. operates with a vision to better the environments surrounding children through technology. The company holds the industry’s top market share for ICT services aimed at childcare and educational facilities. The CoDMON service supports educators by reducing their workloads through organized data management and improves communication with parents.

Beyond CoDMON, Codmon Inc. also provides various additional services including an online store for childcare facilities, preferential programs for childcare staff, and an online training platform aimed at professional development.

These efforts align with the company's overarching vision to foster a society that collectively supports children's growth and learning experiences.

Conclusion

As CoDMON is rolled out in Itakura, the initiative symbolizes a crucial step towards modernizing preschool operations and enhancing the overall quality of childcare in the region. The potential benefits for both parents and caregivers will likely make a notable difference in the childcare landscape for years to come.