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Switching to OVcare

Move to simpler care management.
In days, not months.

If your current system is complex, expensive, or just not built for children's homes, switching to OVcare is easier than you think. We handle everything.

We handle setup and migration Live within 24 hours No disruption to your homes Free training included
Cyber Essentials Plus certified
GDPR compliant · UK data storage
Built for Ofsted-regulated settings
Live within 24 hours

Does any of this sound familiar?

These are the most common reasons providers contact us about switching.

Your current system is too complex and staff avoid using it properly
You're paying per user, per module, or per bed and costs keep going up
Pulling reports together before an inspection takes hours
You still rely on spreadsheets or paper alongside your system
HR, care records, and compliance all live in different places
Your system was built for generic care, not children's homes specifically

If any of this sounds familiar, you're not alone. These are exactly the problems OVcare was built to solve.

Why providers switch to OVcare

The most common things people tell us after they've made the move

Daily logging takes seconds, not minutes. Staff actually use it.
Ofsted-ready structure is built in from day one, not bolted on.
Care records, HR, compliance and reporting all in one place.
Flat pricing per home. No surprises as your occupancy changes.
Inspectors can access records directly through the Inspector Portal.
New starters are up to speed quickly. Minimal training needed.

What changes when you switch

A typical picture of life before and after moving to OVcare.

Before OVcare
Multiple systems for care, HR, and compliance
Staff duplicating data across platforms
Hours spent pulling reports before inspections
Per-user or per-bed charges that grow with occupancy
Paper records running alongside the system
Limited manager visibility across homes
Staff avoiding the system because it's too complicated
After switching to OVcare
One platform for everything, under one login
Records entered once, available everywhere
Inspection-ready reports generated in minutes
Flat monthly fee per home, no matter the occupancy
Fully digital, no paper running alongside
One dashboard across all homes and settings
Simple enough that staff use it every day

What switching actually looks like

From your first conversation with us to being fully live — this is how the process works.

1
Book a switch call

A 30-minute call with our team. We look at your current system, how your homes work, and what you need. No obligation, no sales pitch.

2
We configure OVcare for your homes

We set up OVcare to match your structure, workflows, and Ofsted requirements. You don't start from a blank template.

3
Your data is migrated

We help move key records from your current system. Nothing gets lost and your team doesn't spend days doing manual data entry.

4
Your team is trained and you go live

Everyone is trained before the switch. OVcare is fully operational within 24 hours of sign-off, with support on hand from day one.

Worried about switching? Here's what we hear most.

Most providers have the same concerns before they switch. Here's how we address them.

What about our existing records?

We give you a straightforward method to transfer your data across and guide you through the process step by step. It is designed to be as simple as possible so your team can get records moved without needing technical knowledge or starting from scratch.

Will our staff resist a new system?

OVcare is built to be simple. Most staff find it quicker to use than what they were on before. Everyone is trained before go-live, and ongoing training is free whenever new people join.

We're in the middle of an inspection cycle.

We can work around your calendar. If you have an inspection coming up, we'll time the switch to avoid that window. The process itself doesn't disrupt care delivery.

We're locked into a contract with our current provider.

We can plan the switch around your contract end date and get you fully configured and ready ahead of time, so you're live the moment you're free to move.

How long will it actually take?

Most providers are fully live within 24 hours of sign-off. The switch call, configuration, data migration, and training typically happens over a few days at a pace that suits you.

What if OVcare isn't right for us?

Book a demo first and see it working in a setting like yours. If it's not the right fit we'll tell you. We'd rather you make the right choice than sign up for something that doesn't work for your homes.

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I have worked in children's residential care for over twelve years and used most of the main systems in this sector. OVcare is the easiest to navigate day to day, but what has stood out more than anything is the support. Training was thorough, the team were actually reachable when we had questions, and any issues were dealt with quickly. Other systems we used felt like you were on your own once you signed up. With OVcare that has never been the case.

Registered Manager, Children's Residential Care OVcare customer

OVcare is free until you're registered with Ofsted.

Use every feature with no restrictions while you work through registration. Payments begin only once Ofsted confirms you. By then your team already knows the system.

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Ready to make the move?

Book a 30-minute switch call. We'll look at your current setup and tell you exactly how the process works for your homes. No obligation.