The system automatically accommodates national public holidays. Holidays assist with statistical reporting on attendance and prevent absences from being accidentally captured on a public holiday. If a national public holiday falls on a Sunday, the system automatically shifts it to Monday.
My School > System > General > Annual Calendar: Holidays
How do I add a holiday?
Click Load a holiday.
Select the Holiday type: once-off, annual, or school holiday once-off.
Enter the Date and description in both Afrikaans and English.
Select whether Monday is a holiday if the day falls on a Sunday.
Click Add to save.
How do I edit or remove a holiday?
To edit: click the circle next to the holiday, click Edit, make changes, and click Save. To remove: click the dustbin icon or select it and click Remove. Confirm with Yes.
Frequently asked questions
How do I add an extra school holiday that is not on the national list?
Select holiday type once-off or school holiday once-off to add a day that applies only to your school.
Last updated: March 2026 | Version 2.0
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