How Independent Schools are Solving Real-Time Attendance Challenges with Orah

Tracking student attendance is a constant challenge for many independent schools. Whether it’s ensuring students are accounted for throughout the day or responding quickly in emergencies, schools often struggle to keep tabs on where students are and how to react if something goes wrong. This is where Orah steps in, offering a solution that not only automates attendance but also sends real-time alerts when students are missing, tardy, or unaccounted for.

Why Real-Time Attendance Matters

Real-time attendance tracking isn’t just about keeping records—it’s about improving student safety and well-being. When schools have up-to-the-minute insights on student whereabouts, they can respond quickly and effectively in any situation. Whether it’s a student who hasn’t shown up for class, someone missing during an emergency drill, or simply making sure that every student is where they’re supposed to be, real-time information is crucial.

Schools like Phillips Exeter, St. Mark’s, and Hotchkiss have already recognized the value of Orah’s platform in streamlining their attendance processes. But real-time attendance isn’t just about the big-name schools—any institution that wants to reduce admin work and improve response times can benefit.

Quick Setup, Seamless Integration

One of the most common concerns schools have when adopting new technology is the disruption it might cause to day-to-day operations. With Orah, there’s no need to worry. Setting up Attendance Insights and Alerts takes less than two hours. Plus, Orah integrates deeply with SIS platforms like Blackbaud and Veracross, so it fits right into your school’s existing tech stack without any complicated processes or extra manual work.

Orah offers a low-risk, no-commitment trial. We guide schools through the entire process, showing how the system works before they make any purchasing decisions. This way, you can be confident that Orah will meet your school’s unique needs.

Prioritizing Data Security and Privacy

In today’s world, concerns about data security are more pressing than ever. Schools are responsible for protecting the personal information of their students and staff, and any system that handles sensitive data needs to be secure.

At Orah, we take data privacy seriously. Our platform is certified to the highest standards, including ISO 27001 and HIPAA compliance. With advanced encryption and strict access controls, schools can trust that their data is safe and secure, fully compliant with the necessary regulations.

Non-Invasive Real-Time Tracking

One of the concerns we often hear is that real-time tracking might feel invasive to students. That’s why Orah’s real-time attendance tracking focuses on being both practical and non-intrusive. Rather than using constant monitoring, Orah relies on RFID technology and simple processes like teacher roll calls through Orah’s Roll Checks Chrome extension. Students scan in at key locations, like dorms and classrooms, which allows schools to stay updated without tracking every move students make.

This non-invasive approach means that schools can focus on student safety without worrying about overstepping privacy boundaries. It’s about finding that balance—ensuring accountability while respecting student privacy.

Flexible Pricing for Every School

We understand that different schools have different needs, which is why Orah offers flexible pricing options. Schools can start with the Attendance Insights and Alerts package, which costs as little as $5 per student per year, or you can choose the specific products you want to implement within the full Orah suite. The full suite includes features like student well-being tracking, communications and crisis response tools.

This per-student pricing makes Orah scalable and ensures schools are only paying for what they use, making it an accessible option for a wide range of institutions.

Implementation That Fits Your Schedule

While we recommend rolling out the full Orah Attendance Suite at the start of a new term, Attendance Insights and Alerts can be implemented at any time of the year. Our team works with schools and key SIS partners to ensure smooth implementation with minimal disruption, and we offer ongoing support to make sure everything runs smoothly.

For schools looking to roll out the full suite, we advise training teachers about a month prior to the launch. This ensures that staff are comfortable using the system, allowing them to fully leverage Orah’s capabilities from day one.

Real Results and Low-Risk Adoption

Orah is already trusted by over 500 schools across 20 countries, and we’ve spent the last 11 years refining the platform based on feedback from these schools. Our mission is to help independent schools exceed their duty-of-care responsibilities while improving efficiency, communication, and, most importantly, student safety.

Orah’s solution is practical, transparent, and low-risk, allowing schools to try it out before making a commitment. Schools like Phillips Exeter and Hotchkiss are already seeing results, cutting down on administrative work and improving how they respond to students’ needs.

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Ready to Learn More?

If you’re ready to explore how Orah can help your school streamline attendance and improve student safety, download this Attendance Insights & Alerts setup guide then get in touch with our team. We can show you how Orah works in real-time, answer any questions you may have, and help you find the best solution for your school.

Join the hundreds of schools that trust Orah to simplify attendance and keep students safe. Contact us today to schedule a demo or download this Attendance Insights & Alerts setup guide.