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Create a class schedule

Design a Productive and Balanced Class Schedule with This ChatGPT Prompt

What This Prompt Does

  • Generates a customized class timetable that reflects a balanced mix of core academics, enrichment, and wellness.

  • Aligns with developmental appropriateness for the selected grade level or academic tier (e.g., elementary, high school, university).

  • Ensures efficient time allocation for key subjects, review periods, breaks, and flexible blocks like project-based learning or advisory.

  • Integrates physical movement, recess, lunch, and social-emotional learning moments into the school day for a holistic approach.

Tips

  • Match time blocks with students’ attention spans:

    • Shorter blocks (20–30 min) for primary grades.

    • Longer periods (45–90 min) for high school or university-level instruction.

  • Use morning hours for high-cognitive-demand subjects like math, reading, or science.

  • Rotate non-core subjects (e.g., art, PE, music) to build variety and engagement without overloading the schedule.

  • Include buffer time between transitions or after lunch to settle students and refocus.

  • If applicable, align with school-wide scheduling formats like block schedules (A/B days) or rotating periods.

Prompt

Design a detailed class schedule for [grade or university level]. Base it upon an [X]-hour [day or class time], with breaks for [recess/lunch/etc.]. Include dedicated time for subjects such as [math/English/social studies/etc.].

How To Use The Prompt

Fill in the placeholders with specific scheduling goals and student details.

Template Example:
 "Design a class schedule for a 5th-grade classroom during a 7-hour school day. Include 30-minute lunch and 20-minute recess. Schedule morning slots for math and reading, and afternoons for science, social studies, art, and physical education."

Example Input

Grade level: 7th Grade  

School day length: 6.5 hours  

Breaks: 20-minute morning recess, 40-minute lunch  

Subjects: Math, English Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, PE, Art, Technology  

Special needs: One double period per week for lab work in science  

Goal: Maximize core subjects in the morning, ensure PE and arts are rotated across the week

Additional Information

This prompt is perfect for:

  • New teachers setting up their first classroom routine

  • Administrators designing schedules across multiple classrooms

  • Homeschoolers seeking structure with flexibility

  • Tutoring centers organizing rotating subject slots

You can also request variations:

  • Weekly vs. daily schedule

  • Even/odd or block-based formats

  • Schedules for virtual learning environments

Combine this with prompts like:

  • "Create a behavior management plan for transitions between subjects."

  • "Design bellwork activities aligned with each subject's schedule block."

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