How to Import Admissions Transfer Files (ATFs)

Firstly the ATF needs to downloaded from the local authority via  ANYCOMMS or Devon Transfer onto your System. Please then follow this quick reference sheet on how to import Admissions Transfer Files (ATFs) into your SIMS – QRS ATF Import For help with the Admission process please follow – SIMS Admissions Code of Practice Non-Own…

How do I remove an unwanted class from pastoral structure.

This should be done as part of the creating the next academic year structure and not in the current year. Select Focus > School > Pastoral Structure > Next Academic Year Structure to display the Next Academic Year Pastoral Structure. Expand the Pastoral Structure until you can see the Registration Group to be removed. Right…

Adding a Part Time Student End Date.

For part time pupils changing to Full Time in September, you should ensure that their Part Time Details has an End Date. Choose Focus > Pupil > Pupil Details or click to display the Find Student browse Use the drop down for Year Group or Class to refine your search then click Double click on…

Dinner Money 7 – What should be done at the end / start of the academic year?

At the end/start of the academic year: a) Create a new Catering Year for the forthcoming academic year (usually September) b) Reconcile pupil/staff balances c) Produce appropriate letters for pupils/staff with outstanding balances d) Enter any new meal prices as part of meal definitions in the DM setup. (It is also recommended that the school…