We have 2 large facilities with a capacity of 145 between the 2 of them and software is a must for us, I downloaded about 10 different trial versions and finally chose Procare software by Professional solutions
http://www.procaresoftware.com/landi...n_land05.shtml.
Depending on what modules you need it will automatically bill, Keep track of clock ins and outs, Immunizations, emergency contacts, Food program, it will do whatever you need it to and In my experience it is the best. General ledger ect.
For a home based center with only a few children I don't think it is needed.
If you insist, Procare makes a mini version and also you can pick and choose what modules you need.
Download the trial version and give it a whirl.