Marking Learner’s Attendance on Kurasa #
The Marking Learner’s Attendance feature on Kurasa allows class teachers to record daily learner attendance accurately and consistently. Attendance is captured per learner and per date, supporting full-day, half-day, and absent records.
Attendance data helps schools monitor learner participation, identify absenteeism early, and support learner wellbeing.
Who Can Mark Attendance #
- Class Teachers can mark attendance for their assigned classes
- School Owners and Administrators can only view attendance records
Attendance marking permissions are controlled by workspace roles.
Where to Find Attendance #
To access attendance:
- Navigate to Attendance under the Class Teacher menu
- Select the relevant cohort (class)
- Select the month to view attendance records
- Click Mark to record attendance for a specific date
How to Mark Learners’ Attendance #
Step-by-Step Guide #
- Navigate to Attendance under the Class Teacher menu
- Click Mark
- Select the cohort (class)
- Select the date
- Choose the attendance status for each learner
- Full Day Present
- Half Day Present
- Absent
- Add a comment where necessary
- Click Submit
Once submitted, attendance is saved and reflected in the class records.
Attendance Status Options Explained #
- Full Day Present
Use when a learner attends school for the entire day - Half Day Present
Use when a learner attends only part of the school day - Absent
Use when a learner does not attend school
Comments provide helpful context, especially for half-day or absent records.
Tutorial Video #
🎥 Video Tutorial: Marking Learners’ Attendance on Kurasa
This video demonstrates how to select a cohort, choose a date, mark attendance for learners, add comments, and submit records.
Viewing Attendance Records #
After attendance is marked, teachers and administrators can:
- View attendance by date or month
- Search for learners by name
- Monitor attendance trends over time
Attendance records contribute to reports and learner progress tracking.
Why Attendance Tracking Matters #
Accurate attendance tracking helps schools:
- Monitor learner participation
- Identify absenteeism patterns early
- Support learner welfare
- Improve reporting accuracy
- Strengthen accountability
Attendance is a core part of effective classroom management.
Helpful Tips #
- Always confirm the correct cohort before marking attendance
- Use comments to explain half-day or absent entries
- Attendance visibility depends on user role
- Ensure the correct date is selected before submitting
Need Support? #
If you experience issues while marking attendance:
- Confirm you are logged in as a Class Teacher
- Ensure the correct cohort and date are selected
- Refresh the page and try again
For further help, contact Kurasa Support through the Help Center.
