How to use the Whereabouts function

How to use the Whereabouts function

How to use the Whereabouts function to log and track the current location of learners during school hours.

My School > People > Learners: Whereabouts

How do I log a learner's whereabouts?

  1. Navigate to My School > Learners > Whereabouts.
  2. Search for the learner.
  3. Select the location and reason from the dropdown.
  4. Enter the time out and expected return time.
  5. Click Save.

How do I mark a learner as returned?

Select the active whereabouts entry and click Returned to close the record.

Frequently asked questions

Can I view all learners currently out of class? Yes. The Whereabouts screen shows all active (not yet returned) entries at a glance.

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