Skip the professional development modules and coaching features. Focus on what matters: quick, effective classroom observations.
Why schools choose focused observation tools over all-in-one platforms
Classroom Walkthroughs
Focused Solution
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SchoolMint Grow
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Core Focus |
Observations Only
Simple and effective
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Full PD Platform
Observations + coaching + PD
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Starting Price |
$3/teacher/month
Per principal
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$200+/month
Per school minimum
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Setup Time |
5 minutes
Self-service
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4-6 weeks
Onboarding required
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Learning Curve |
None
Intuitive from day one
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Steep
Multiple modules to learn
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Mobile Experience |
Optimized for phones
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Limited
Better on desktop
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Video Requirements |
None
Text-based observations
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Video coaching
Recording features
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Best For |
Quick walkthroughs
5-10 minute observations
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Comprehensive PD
Full development cycles
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SchoolMint Grow bundles coaching, PD modules, and micro-credentials. Most principals just need observation tools.
Just what you need
SchoolMint emphasizes video coaching and recording. We focus on quick, in-person walkthroughs.
No recordings needed
Why pay for coaching tools and PD libraries you don't use? Get just observations at 80% less cost.
$3/teacher/month
SchoolMint requires weeks of configuration and training. Start observing with us in 5 minutes.
Instant productivity
SchoolMint Grow works best on computers. Our platform is built mobile-first for classroom use.
Perfect on phones
SchoolMint's forms are tied to their PD system. Create simple, custom forms that work for you.
Your forms, your way
While SchoolMint Grow tries to be everything, we perfect one thing: classroom observations
Complete meaningful observations in 5-10 minutes. No video uploads or lengthy forms.
Create your own observation forms or use our templates. Not locked into SchoolMint's framework.
Generate constructive feedback instantly. No need for coaching modules or video analysis.
Clear trends and insights without the complexity of full PD tracking systems.
Moving from SchoolMint Grow? We'll help you migrate your observation data and simplify your process
Download your historical data from SchoolMint
Import forms and configure in minutes
Begin walkthroughs immediately
10 free observations • No credit card • Cancel anytime
We focus solely on classroom observations. If you need full PD tracking, SchoolMint Grow might be better. But if you just need great observation tools, we're perfect.
Yes! We can help you export your observation history and import it. The coaching and PD data won't transfer since we don't have those features.
No, we focus on in-person walkthroughs. This keeps the platform simple, fast, and affordable. Perfect for quick 5-10 minute classroom visits.
Night and day. SchoolMint Grow has coaching cycles, video tools, PD libraries, and micro-credentials. We have one thing: great observation tools. Most principals are productive in minutes, not weeks.
Join schools who've simplified by switching from SchoolMint Grow's complexity
No credit card required • 10 free observations • Setup in 5 minutes