How to Configure Schooltime on Apple Watch

Difficulty
Beginner
Tested on
watchOS 11.0 - Apple Watch Series 9
You will need
iPhone with Apple Watch app, Apple Watch configured via Family Setup

Step by step

  1. 1 min

    Open the Watch app

    Launch the Apple Watch app on the iPhone paired with the managed watch. Ensure you are signed in with the Family Organizer Apple ID.

  2. 30 sec

    Select the managed watch

    Tap All Watches at the top left of the My Watch tab. Select the specific Apple Watch currently set up for the family member from the list.

  3. 30 sec

    Access Schooltime settings

    Scroll down the menu and select Schooltime. Toggle the switch to On to enable the configuration options.

  4. 1 min

    Define the schedule

    Tap Edit Schedule to define the days and time intervals for Schooltime. Select each day to adjust the start and end times for the restriction period.

    Note: You can add multiple time blocks per day if needed.
  5. 30 sec

    Confirm restrictions

    During the active Schooltime period, the watch face changes to a dedicated yellow circle design. Only emergency calls and notifications from designated contacts remain accessible.

    Note: The user can exit Schooltime temporarily by rotating the Digital Crown, which logs the interaction in the Watch app.