Measure by group
Compare attendance against level and expected frequency.
Swimming retention: continuity, attendance and progression are connected
Repeated absences can affect learning and retention. Attendance data helps teams act before continuity is lost.
Detect repeated absence
A trend provides more signal than one missed class.
Track make-up sessions
When make-ups exist, recording them separates rescheduling from true inactivity.
Practical actions
- ✓Record attendance
- ✓Detect patterns
- ✓Record make-ups
- ✓Contact family or student
- ✓Review renewal
Useful metrics
- →Attendance
- →Repeated absences
- →Make-ups
- →Retention
- →Renewals
Frequently asked questions
Does one absence indicate risk?
Not by itself; a repeated pattern is a more useful signal.
Should make-up sessions be recorded?
Yes, because they distinguish rescheduling from actual inactivity.
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