Why schools love using Hero + Kindo

Kindo and Hero each excel in their area - and when connected, they create a seamless, school-wide admin experience.

Together, they mean less manual work, fewer errors, and happier parents.

"Kindo gave us a platform purpose-built for how schools actually work behind the scenes.  It really helps with the unique challenges we face with parent contributions, fundraising, merch sales and managing thousands of small transactions. Having a system that speaks our language and understands school finance, alongside Hero to manage all aspects of student engagement & performance, has been transformative." Office Manager, Primary School

Keep your admin advantage

When you move to Hero, you can keep the parent-friendly experience and automation that Kindo does best.

With Kindo, schools get:

• Full control over fundraising and optional payments
• E-commerce designed specifically for schools
• Sports and Arts commitment fees with integrated application forms
• Faster reconciliation, for both trading and student finance
• Automated GST, reporting, and accurate donation receipts
• Secure, family-friendly online/app payments

And because Kindo integrates directly with Hero, you get all these benefits without extra effort or double entry. Your admin team keeps their efficiency edge, and your families keep their easy, trusted payment experience.

How the Hero + Kindo Integration Works

Here's what happens behind the scenes when your school connects Hero and Kindo:

✓ Smart Data Synchronisation

The integration between Kindo and Hero ensures:

• Automated student data updates - keeping family and student information current
• Simplified payment management - allowing schools to easily track and reconcile payments with Kindo
• Reduced manual data entry - saving valuable administrative time and reducing the risk of errors

✓ Enhanced Payment Efficiency

Kindo's specialised payment tools complement Hero's management features by providing:

• Multiple payment options - including credit/debit cards, Online Eftpos, AliPay, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other popular payment methods.
• Automated reconciliation - Kindo simplifies reconciliation by sending a single, itemised remittance each week - covering all caregiver payments, refunds, and fees. Transactions arrive in Xero already coded to the correct accounts, making it easy to review, match, and approve. Your school’s accounts stay accurate and audit-ready with minimal effort.
• Clear payment tracking - making it easy to monitor and manage school finances

✓ Better Parent Experience

Parents benefit from a user-friendly system that offers:

• Single sign-on convenience - one platform for all school-related payments
• Mobile-friendly interface - enabling payments anytime, anywhere
• Clear payment history - helping families track their school-related expenses

✓ Simplified Administrative Workflow

School staff can:

• Generate detailed financial reports - providing clear insights into payments, fundraising, and outstanding balances
• Process refunds efficiently - managing payment adjustments without complex manual processes, or asking for bank account numbers
• Track payment status in real-time - maintaining up-to-date records of all transactions

A smarter partnership for schools

Kindo is built to complement the tools schools already use. Together, they make your school operations smarter, faster, and easier to manage.

💬 Thinking about your move to Hero? Let’s chat about how to keep your Kindo advantages working seamlessly. → Talk to our team about how your school can get the best of both worlds with Kindo and Hero.

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Common questions about using Hero + Kindo together

Can I really use both Hero and Kindo at the same time?

Absolutely! Kindo is designed to integrate seamlessly with Hero and other student management systems. You don't need to choose one over the other - they work together to give you the best of both platforms.

Won't this create duplicate work for our admin team?

Actually, the opposite is true. The integration between Hero and Kindo means student data flows automatically between systems, eliminating double-entry and reducing administrative workload. Your team can manage everything efficiently without switching between disconnected platforms.

Why can’t I just use Hero’s Finance module?

While Hero offers finance features, Kindo specialises in school payments with tools specifically designed for New Zealand school finance teams - including optimised voluntary contribution collection, and advanced e-commerce capabilities. Plus, because Kindo works across multiple schools regardless of which SMS is used, parents with children at different schools can manage all their school payments through one familiar account - creating a seamless experience that can only be achieved with Kindo.

Many schools find that using Hero for student management alongside Kindo for payments gives them the strongest solution for both areas.

Will parents need to use two different systems?

Parents experience a smooth, connected journey. They can access both systems easily, and because Kindo is already familiar to many New Zealand families, there's no learning curve. The integration happens behind the scenes, making life simpler for everyone.

Is the integration difficult to set up?

Not at all. Our team handles the technical setup, and most schools are up and running quickly. We'll work with you to ensure a smooth transition that fits your school's timeline and needs.

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