Tardy and Late

Tardy and Late

Tardy and Late allows you to record learners who arrive late to school or to class, separate from the standard absentee process.

My School > People > Learners > Attendance: Tardy and Late

How do I capture a tardy or late arrival?

  1. Click Add Entry.
  2. Select the learner.
  3. Enter the date and actual arrival time.
  4. Select the reason.
  5. Click Save.

Frequently asked questions

How is a late arrival different from an absence? A late arrival means the learner did attend school but arrived after the official start time. An absence means the learner was not at school at all.

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