Creating Schedules
Creating Schedules
Section titled “Creating Schedules”Setting up a schedule takes just a few minutes and saves countless daily negotiations. Here’s how to create Device Availability Plans for your family.
Before You Start
Section titled “Before You Start”Have a conversation with your child about the schedule you’re creating. Even young children appreciate being included in decisions that affect them.
Questions to discuss:
- What time feels right for homework?
- When should devices rest for the night?
- How much free device time feels reasonable on school days vs. weekends?
Step-by-Step Guide
Section titled “Step-by-Step Guide”1. Open the Parent Portal
Section titled “1. Open the Parent Portal”Go to parents.thriva.app and sign in to your account.
2. Select Your Child
Section titled “2. Select Your Child”From the dashboard, click on the child you want to create a schedule for.
3. Navigate to Schedules
Section titled “3. Navigate to Schedules”Click the Schedules tab in your child’s profile. You’ll see any existing schedules listed here.
4. Create New Schedule
Section titled “4. Create New Schedule”Click + New Schedule to open the schedule creator.
5. Configure the Schedule
Section titled “5. Configure the Schedule”Fill in the schedule details:
| Field | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Name | A descriptive name for this schedule | ”Bedtime Routine” |
| Mode | Which mode to activate | Quiet Time |
| Start Time | When the mode begins | 8:30 PM |
| End Time | When to return to default mode | 7:00 AM |
| Days | Which days this applies | Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
6. Review and Save
Section titled “6. Review and Save”Double-check the settings, then click Save Schedule. The schedule becomes active immediately.
Common Schedule Examples
Section titled “Common Schedule Examples”School Night Bedtime
Section titled “School Night Bedtime”- Name: School Night Bedtime
- Mode: Quiet Time
- Start: 8:30 PM
- End: 6:30 AM
- Days: Sunday through Thursday
Homework Time
Section titled “Homework Time”- Name: After-School Homework
- Mode: Focused Mode
- Start: 3:30 PM
- End: 5:00 PM
- Days: Monday through Friday
Weekend Morning Structure
Section titled “Weekend Morning Structure”- Name: Weekend Mornings
- Mode: Focused Mode
- Start: 7:00 AM
- End: 10:00 AM
- Days: Saturday, Sunday
Keeps mornings productive before free time begins
Family Dinner
Section titled “Family Dinner”- Name: Dinner Time
- Mode: Quiet Time
- Start: 6:00 PM
- End: 7:00 PM
- Days: Every day
Understanding Mode Priority
Section titled “Understanding Mode Priority”Thriva uses a priority system to determine which mode applies at any given time. From lowest to highest priority:
- Default Mode - When no schedule is active
- Child Choice - Children can voluntarily change modes when no schedule is active
- Recurring Schedules - Regular schedules (highest priority number wins)
- Temporary Overrides - Parent-set overrides override recurring schedules
- Budget Exhaustion - When Device Time Budget runs out, switches to Focused Mode
- Required Tasks - Incomplete required tasks block Free Time until completed
Special Rule: Quiet Time is always honored, even if other factors (budget, tasks) would normally change the mode. Quiet Time is non-negotiable.
When schedules conflict: If two schedules overlap, the one with the higher priority number wins. If priorities are equal, the one that started most recently takes precedence.
Tips for Success
Section titled “Tips for Success”Start Simple
Section titled “Start Simple”Begin with 2-3 essential schedules (bedtime, homework, morning). Add more as your family settles into the routine.
Build in Transitions
Section titled “Build in Transitions”End Focused Mode 15-30 minutes before Free Time begins. This creates natural break points.
Match Your Reality
Section titled “Match Your Reality”Set schedules that reflect your actual routine, not an idealized version. You can always adjust later.
Communicate Changes
Section titled “Communicate Changes”If you need to modify a schedule, explain why to your child. “I noticed homework is taking longer, so let’s extend that time by 30 minutes.”
Editing and Deleting Schedules
Section titled “Editing and Deleting Schedules”To Edit
Section titled “To Edit”Click on any schedule to open it for editing. Make your changes and save.
To Delete
Section titled “To Delete”Open the schedule and click Delete Schedule. Confirm the deletion when prompted.
To Temporarily Disable
Section titled “To Temporarily Disable”Rather than deleting, you can use a temporary override to pause a schedule for a specific period.
Troubleshooting
Section titled “Troubleshooting”Schedule isn’t activating
Section titled “Schedule isn’t activating”- Check that the days are set correctly
- Verify the time zone in your account settings
- Ensure the child’s devices are online
Wrong mode showing
Section titled “Wrong mode showing”- Check for overlapping schedules
- Look for active temporary overrides
- Verify the schedule’s start and end times
Changes not syncing
Section titled “Changes not syncing”Devices check for updates every 30 seconds. If changes aren’t appearing, ensure the device has an internet connection.