How to Track Student Attendance
Mark daily attendance, handle exceptions, and generate attendance reports.
Navigate to Attendance
Click "Attendance" in the sidebar. You'll see today's attendance sessions — one per class and period, created automatically from your timetable. Open the session you want to mark.
Mark attendance
Tap the status for each student: Present, Absent, Late, or Excused. Everyone starts as Present, so you only adjust the exceptions — live counters show the class totals as you go.
Add notes for exceptions
Click the notes icon next to any student to add context (e.g., "Doctor's appointment" for an excused absence). These notes are visible to administrators and parents.
Save attendance
Click "Save" to record the attendance. The data is saved in real-time and immediately visible in reports and the parent portal.
View attendance reports
Go to Attendance → Reports to see attendance summaries by class, student, or date range. You can filter by status (absent, late) and export reports as PDF or Excel.
Set up automated notifications
Configure automatic parent notifications when a student is marked absent. Go to Settings → Notifications to enable absence alerts via email or WhatsApp.
Tips & Best Practices
- Mark attendance at the start of each day or session to ensure accuracy.
- Use "Mark all present" to set the whole class at once, then adjust only the exceptions.
- Review attendance patterns weekly to identify students with frequent absences.
- Enable parent notifications so guardians are informed about absences immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Related Guides
How to Add and Manage Students
Add students individually, import in bulk, and manage student profiles.
Teacher's Guide to Marking Attendance
Quick and easy attendance marking for your classes.
How to Set Up WhatsApp Business Integration
Connect WhatsApp to send automated notifications and communicate with parents.
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