Use case · Academy · Class
Student attendance for academies and classes — free, in one tap
E:DA records student attendance automatically, deducts passes, and sends absence notices. If you don't need billing or parent notifications, a small class or studio doesn't need heavyweight academy software.
Sound familiar?
- Recording attendance twice — on paper and in a spreadsheet
- Counting remaining class passes by hand
- Texting absence notices one by one
How E:DA changes it
QR · self · proxy check-in
When class starts, students check themselves in or scan a QR code. Instructors can check them in on their behalf too.
Passes deducted automatically
A pass is deducted on booking or check-in and restored automatically on cancellation or refund. Students get a heads-up when they're running low.
Attendance dashboard · automatic reminders
See each student's attendance rate and trend at a glance. Pre-class reminders and absence notices go out automatically.
Frequently asked questions
Do students have to install the app?
No. Everything works on the web (eda.fivehours.co) too — just sign in with a Google or Apple account.
How do I issue passes?
Organizers issue passes per member; they're deducted automatically on booking or check-in, and students are notified when they're running low.
Does it handle parent drop-off alerts or tuition billing?
No. E:DA focuses on student attendance and passes. If you need billing, parent notifications, or shuttle management, a full academy management system fits better; for a small class or studio, E:DA is much lighter.
Is it really free?
Yes. Creating a group and the core features — check-in, passes — are free to start.
Related guides
- Automating class passes for academies and studios
- Moving an academy attendance spreadsheet to an app (for small classes)
- Check-in methods compared: self, QR, and proxy
- Running passes: issuing, auto-deduction, refunds, and renewals
- Attendance deep dive: states, QR operations, corrections, and stats