📅 Attendance Tracking for Daycares
Track and manage daily attendance for your daycare with SchoolSkout. Easy check-in, check-out, duration tracking, and QR code scanning — all in one powerful system.
Real-Time Attendance Dashboard
The SchoolSkout attendance dashboard gives you a complete overview of your daycare's daily attendance at a glance. See who's present, who's checked in, and who's already left — all in real-time.
Total Present
See how many children are present at your daycare right now. Updated in real-time as kids check in and out.
Checked In
Track children who have arrived but haven't left yet. Know exactly who is currently in your care.
Checked Out
Monitor children who have completed their day. Complete records of departure times and pickup details.
Key Features
📱 Scan QR Code
Quick, contactless check-in and check-out using QR codes. Parents or staff simply scan the child's unique QR code for instant attendance logging. Reduces queues during busy drop-off hours.
✏️ Manual Check-In/Out
Staff can manually record attendance with a simple click. Search for a child by name and mark check-in or check-out instantly. Edit times if needed for corrections.
📅 Date Selection
View attendance for any date using the built-in date picker. Review past records, check historical data, or plan ahead. Perfect for generating reports and audits.
🔍 Smart Search
Quickly find any child using the search bar. Type a name to filter the list instantly. Helpful when you have many children enrolled at your daycare.
⏱️ Duration Tracking
Automatically calculate how long each child stays at your daycare. Duration is shown in hours and minutes (e.g., 2h 34m). Useful for billing based on time spent.
➕ Add New Kid
Easily add new children to your attendance system directly from the attendance page. Quick enrollment without switching screens.
Detailed Attendance Records
The attendance table shows complete details for each child:
| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| NAME | Child's name with initial avatar for quick identification |
| CHECK IN | Arrival time with edit option to correct if needed |
| CHECK OUT | Departure time highlighted in red for easy visibility |
| DURATION | Auto-calculated time spent (e.g., 2h 0m, 2h 34m, 1m) |
| ACTIONS | Mark as Done or Delete attendance record |
Why Use SchoolSkout for Attendance?
- Save Time: QR scanning takes less than 3 seconds per child
- Reduce Errors: Digital records eliminate handwriting mistakes
- Track Duration: Automatic calculation for billing accuracy
- Real-Time Updates: Parents get instant notifications
- Easy Reporting: Generate daily, weekly, or monthly reports
- Mobile Friendly: Works on tablets and phones for flexibility
- Multi-Branch: Manage attendance across multiple locations
Integrated with Other SchoolSkout Features
Attendance works seamlessly with other SchoolSkout modules:
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How does QR code check-in work?
A: Each child has a unique QR code. Staff or parents scan it using the "Scan QR Code" button, and the system automatically records the check-in or check-out time.
Q: Can I edit check-in/check-out times?
A: Yes! Click the edit icon next to any time to correct it. This is useful if you forgot to mark attendance at the exact moment.
Q: How is duration calculated?
A: Duration is automatically calculated as the difference between check-in and check-out times. It's displayed in hours and minutes format (e.g., 2h 34m).
Q: Can I view attendance for previous dates?
A: Yes! Use the date picker to select any past date and view historical attendance records. Perfect for generating reports or resolving billing questions.
Q: What does the "Done" action do?
A: The "Done" button marks a child's attendance as complete for the day. It confirms that the child has been safely picked up and their attendance record is finalized.
Q: Do parents receive notifications?
A: Yes! Parents can receive instant notifications via the parent communication module when their child is checked in or checked out.
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