Visual schedule template
A flexible visual schedule template for primary and secondary classrooms.
Who this is for
Teachers looking for practical, educational support.
How to use
- Print one per day or week.
- Use icons or short phrases for each block.
- Update together to reduce surprises.
Schedule blocks
| Time | Activity | Support cue |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 | Arrival + settle | Quiet start |
| 9:30 | Literacy block | Visual timer |
| 10:30 | Movement break | Stretch / walk |
| 11:00 | Maths block | Chunked tasks |
Transition cues
- □ 5‑minute warning
- □ Visual timer
- □ “Next up” card
Related resources
Trust & evidence
Educational resource — not medical advice.
Citations
Sources are copy‑only for transparency — external links are not clickable.
World Health Organization: Mental health and wellbeing
https://www.who.int/teams/mental-health-and-substance-use
UNICEF: Supporting mental health and wellbeing
https://www.unicef.org/mental-health
UK Department for Education: SEND guidance
https://www.gov.uk/children-with-special-educational-needs
NICE: Autism in under 19s (guidance)
https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg170
Last reviewed
16 Jan 2026
Next review due
15 Jul 2026
Updated
16 Jan 2026
Evidence & sources
6 sources · tiers A, B
Update history
- 16 Jan 2026contentInitial printable published and reviewed.
Educational information only — not medical advice. Read the disclaimer.