In preschools and kindergartens, where children are learning, playing, and sharing space closely every day, the risk of contagious diseases spreading quickly is high. Among the most common and concerning illnesses in early childhood education settings is Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD)—a viral infection that spreads easily among young children. But HFMD is not the only threat; the flu, common colds, and even COVID-19 continue to pose risks. Regular monitoring of body temperature has become a simple but powerful tool for keeping schools safe and healthy.

With KidsOnline, preschools are empowered with a built-in Health Monitoring feature that allows for daily temperature tracking of every student. This function on the KidsOnline app enables early detection, proactive communication with parents, and timely response to potential outbreaks.

Why Temperature Checks Matter

Fever is one of the first and most common symptoms of many infectious diseases in children. A child with HFMD, for example, often presents with a mild to high fever before other visible signs like rashes or mouth sores appear. Detecting a fever early allows teachers and health staff to act before the illness spreads.

By implementing daily temperature screening, preschools can:

· Identify sick children early before symptoms worsen or spread.

· Prevent sick children from entering the classroom, minimizing the chance of infection to others.

· Track health trends across the school community to detect emerging patterns.

· Reassure parents that the school is actively safeguarding their children’s health.

KidsOnline’s Health Monitor: Smart, Simple, and Secure

With KidsOnline, schools no longer need to rely on paper logs or memory. Teachers and health staff can input each child’s temperature directly into the app using a smartphone or tablet. If a child’s temperature is above the safe threshold (usually 37.5°C or higher), the system automatically flags the case and sends a notification to the child’s parents.

The health record stays securely stored on the child’s profile, helping schools and families track changes over time. If public health authorities request information during an outbreak, schools can provide fast, accurate data.

Supporting National Health Guidelines

In countries like Vietnam and Malaysia, where HFMD outbreaks are a recurring concern, the Ministry of Health regularly calls on preschools to screen for fever and isolate symptomatic

children. KidsOnline helps preschools comply with such recommendations efficiently and consistently, without adding to teachers’ administrative burden.

A Culture of Prevention

Beyond policy and procedures, temperature monitoring helps build a culture of care and prevention. When parents see their child’s preschool using digital tools like KidsOnline to prioritize health, it builds trust. When teachers can take action early, it builds confidence. And when outbreaks are prevented or minimized, it builds resilience across the whole school community.

Daily temperature checks may seem like a small task, but they are one of the most effective first lines of defense against contagious diseases like HFMD in preschool settings. With platforms like KidsOnline making health monitoring simple, preschools can stay one step ahead of illness—protecting the wellbeing of every child, every day.