Calendar import guide

1. The simplest import flow

1. Open Made to Teach on your phone and choose timetable import.
2. Generate a one-time code.
3. On your computer, go to import.madetoteach.com.au and enter that code.
4. Export your school timetable or calendar as a .ics file.
5. Upload the file and check the preview.
6. Return to the app and confirm the draft timetable.

2. What imports best

• A timetable calendar with recurring weekly lesson events.
• Event titles that clearly name the class, subject, or year group.
• Consistent start and end times.
• Optional room information in the event location field.

3. What to avoid if you can

• Uploading your full personal calendar when it includes meetings, personal appointments, or unrelated events.
• Event titles or notes that contain student-sensitive information.
• Semester calendars with many one-off exceptions mixed into the same export.
• Calendars that rely entirely on descriptions instead of event title, time, and location.

4. Current parser scope

The importer currently focuses on common recurring VEVENT patterns in .ics files.

• Recurring weekly classes are the main target.
• Simple room or location fields are supported.
• Unusual recurrence rules, split timetables, and heavily customised calendars may need manual cleanup in-app.

5. Privacy tips for teachers

• Use a timetable-only calendar where possible.
• Remove private notes before exporting.
• Do not upload files that include unnecessary student names, wellbeing notes, or behaviour information.
• Remember the import becomes a draft first, so you can review it before applying it.

6. If the preview looks wrong

• Try exporting a narrower date range or a single timetable calendar.
• Check whether your school system can export recurring classes separately from the full school calendar.
• Rename overly vague calendar events before exporting if needed.
• Upload a new file to replace the draft before confirming it in the app.