How to generate a learner attendance report

How to generate a learner attendance report

The Attendance report generates a historical learner attendance summary. Note: this is a reporting function — to print registers to record attendance going forward, use Reports > Learners > Management: Attendance Registers.

Reports > Reports > Learners > Management: Attendance

How do I generate a learner attendance report?

  1. Select the attendance period: Week, Month, Term, or Period.

  2. Select the year.

  3. Based on your selection, choose the relevant week, month, term, or from/to dates.

  4. Select the register classes on the left-hand side and click the double arrows to allocate them.

  5. Click Preview.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Attendance report and the Attendance Register?

The Attendance report shows historical data already captured. The Attendance Register is printed to record attendance going forward.

Can I generate the report for a custom date range?

Yes. Select Period as the attendance period, then specify the from and to dates.

Where is learner absenteeism captured?

At My School > People > Learners > Attendance: Absentees or Learner Leave. The Attendance report draws on this data.

Last updated: March 2026  |  Version 4.0

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