Class Management - FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Can a single report card include different grading types?

Yes. A single report card can contain multiple grading types. For example, academic subjects may use percentage-based grading, while skill-based or developmental subjects use progressive or descriptive assessments.

2. When should I use percentage-based grading?

Percentage-based grading is best suited for subjects with exams, tests, and assignments where numeric scores and averages are required, such as Mathematics, Science, or Languages.

3. What is progressive assessment grading used for?

Progressive assessment grading is ideal for skill-based subjects where student progress is measured by levels (e.g. Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced) rather than marks. Examples include Physical Education, Music, or ICT skills.

4. When should I use descriptive assessment grading?

Descriptive assessment grading is recommended for subjects that require qualitative feedback, where teachers provide personalised comments for each assessment criterion. This is commonly used for Art, Moral Studies, Life Skills, or early years subjects.

5. Can I apply one subject configuration to all levels?

Yes. By selecting Open for All, the subject configuration will apply to all levels within the selected programme.

6. Can a subject be configured differently for different levels?

Yes. You may create multiple subject configurations for the same subject and apply them to specific levels as needed.

7. What happens if a subject is set to Inactive?

Inactive subjects will not appear for assessment entry or report card generation. Existing records remain stored but are no longer editable or displayed.

8. Can I edit grades that are auto-calculated by the system?

Yes. For percentage-based grading, the system automatically calculates marks and grades, but teachers or administrators may edit or delete entries if adjustments are required.

9. Can I change the grading type after assessments have started?

It is not recommended. Changing the grading type after assessment data has been entered may affect existing records and report card accuracy. Schools should finalise grading types before assessments begin.

10. Who should set up Subject Configuration?

Subject Configuration is typically managed by school administrators or academic coordinators, while teachers focus on entering assessment data and comments.

11. Will changes to Subject Configuration affect published report cards?

Changes will affect future report generations. Published or closed report card cycles are not modified unless reopened by an administrator.

12. Can non-subject information appear alongside subjects in the report card?

Yes. Schools may include additional criteria such as behaviour, attendance summaries, or remarks, which appear alongside subject results in the final report card.