Identification method
A card is cheaper and simpler, but cards get lost and lent. Face recognition (Face ID) needs no card and suits younger pupils.
Guide
How to choose a turnstile for a school: what to check
When choosing a school turnstile, the hardware matters less than how it works with attendance: whether entry and exit are recorded automatically, whether the parent is notified, and what happens when the internet goes down.
Throughput
Everyone arrives at once in the morning. Work out how many lanes your pupil count needs, or a queue forms at the door.
Link to attendance
The key question: does the entry record reach the school attendance register by itself, or does someone copy it by hand.
Parent notification
A message that the child entered and left school is the main benefit of a turnstile for parents.
When the internet drops
The device should keep letting people through offline and send the data once the link returns. Ask the supplier.
Safety rules
In an emergency the passage must open freely. Check the fire-safety requirements before installation.
How to choose
- 1Count the entrances and the morning flow.
- 2Decide between cards and Face ID.
- 3Ask the supplier how the device connects to your school system.
- 4Pilot at one entrance, then install the rest.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a school turnstile cost depend on?
The number of lanes, the identification method (card or face) and installation work. The supplier gives the exact price.
Does Face ID work for young children?
Face recognition is convenient in lower grades because no card is needed; test the accuracy in your own school.
How does an entry reach attendance?
In iqbola an entry by Face ID or card is written to attendance automatically and the parent is notified.
Can attendance be kept without a turnstile?
Yes. The teacher marks attendance by hand in the lesson; a turnstile automates it but is not required.