Which biometric devices are supported?

SchoolDeck is hardware-agnostic. We integrate seamlessly with major brands like Essl, Matrix, Realtime, ZKTeco, and Mantra.

Do parents get alerts if a child is absent?

Yes. The moment attendance is marked (or if a student is absent by 10:00 AM), an automated WhatsApp/SMS alert is triggered to the parent.

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Features

Platform

SchoolDeck ERP The operating system for modern K-12 schools.

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Core Modules

Admissions CRM Paperless enrollment & lead tracking.

Fee & Finance Online collection, receipts & Tally sync.

Academics Timetable, lesson plans & report cards.

Communication WhatsApp API, SMS & Parent App.

Student SIS 360° profiles & digital documents.

HR & Payroll Biometric attendance & salary slips.

Transport GPS Live bus tracking & parent alerts.

Library (LMS) Barcode issue/return & OPAC.

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Solutions

SchoolDeck Solutions

School Management ERP Centralized school operations.

Fee & Finance Collection, reports & accounts.

Attendance & Biometric Accuracy & automated tracking.

Academic Records NEP & CBSE report generation.

Parent Communication Updates, alerts & messaging.

Admission & Enquiry Streamlining enrolment.

Timetable & Scheduling Class & teacher coordination.

Exams & Assessments Test creation, grading & analytics.

Transport & Tracking Bus routes & student safety.

Library & Inventory Book tracking & asset mgmt.

HR & Staff Payroll Teacher & staff management.

Analytics & Dashboards Insights & decision support.

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By Board

CBSE Schools

ICSE / ISC

State Boards
Usecases

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NEP 2020 Compliance Holistic progress & standards.

Boost Admissions Grow enrollment & leads.

Reduce Teacher Workload Automate diaries & plans.

Multi-Branch ERP Central control for trusts.

Paperless Campus Cut printing costs & go green.

Exam Automation Fast, error-free results.

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Pricing

⚡ 1 Million+ Attendances Logged Daily

Zero-Error Attendance Tracking

Replace manual registers with 100% Accurate Biometric & RFID Systems. Ensure student safety with real-time WhatsApp alerts and automate staff payroll with a single click.

✅ Compliant with CBSE/ICSE attendance standards • Trusted by KHDA & ADEK schools

Supports Devices From:

eSSL

Matrix

Realtime

ZKTeco

Mantra

Biometric vs. RFID vs. Face Recognition — Which is Best?

Choosing the right hardware is critical. Biometric (Fingerprint) offers high accuracy for staff. RFID Cards are fastest for mass student entry at gates. Face Recognition provides touchless convenience—ideal for post-COVID hygiene. SchoolDeck integrates all three into one dashboard.

Student Safety & Alerts

Peace of mind for parents. Discipline for students.

Instant WhatsApp Alerts

"Your child has reached school at 08:15 AM."

Arrival/Departure: Triggers notifications immediately upon card swipe or biometric scan.
Absentee Alert: Auto-sends an "Absent" message if not checked in by 10:00 AM.

RFID Gates & Bus Boarding

End-to-end tracking from bus stop to classroom.

Gate Attendance: Fast RFID Walk-through gates for rapid student entry.
Bus Boarding: Handheld RFID scanners for bus attendants to mark boarding status.

Staff & Payroll Integration

Eliminate time-theft and simplify month-end salary processing.

Biometric Payroll Sync

Directly linked to the HR module.

Late Calculation: Define rules (e.g., "3 Late Marks = ½ Day Leave").
Leave Management: Auto-adjusts attendance if a leave request was approved in the app.

NEP Compliance Reports

Ensure your school meets the 75% attendance mandate.

Shortage Reports: Identify students below 75% attendance instantly.
CBSE Format: Generate monthly registers in the prescribed board format.

Feature	Manual Register	SchoolDeck Biometric
Accuracy	Prone to Errors / Proxies	100% Accurate
Parent Notification	None (or manual calls)	Instant WhatsApp/SMS
Payroll Processing	3-4 Days Work	Instant (Real-time)
Report Generation	Manual Calculation	1-Click PDF/Excel

Feature

Manual Register

SchoolDeck Biometric

Accuracy

Prone to Errors / Proxies

100% Accurate

Parent Notification

None (or manual calls)

Instant WhatsApp/SMS

Payroll Processing

3-4 Days Work

Instant (Real-time)

Report Generation

Manual Calculation

1-Click PDF/Excel

Attendance FAQs

What is the price of a biometric attendance system for schools?

Pricing depends on hardware (Biometric vs Face) and student count. SchoolDeck is compatible with existing devices, lowering your setup cost significantly.

Which biometric devices work with SchoolDeck?

We are hardware-agnostic. We integrate with almost all major push-data devices including Essl, Matrix, Realtime, ZKTeco, and Mantra.

Can we mark attendance via Mobile App?

Yes. Teachers can mark class attendance using the Teacher App. For staff, we offer Geo-fenced Selfie Attendance (ideal for bus drivers or security guards).