How do I get a Google Classroom access token?

Go to [Google Cloud Console](https://console.cloud.google.com/), enable the Google Classroom API, create OAuth 2.0 credentials, and generate an access token with scopes: `classroom.courses`, `classroom.rosters`, `classroom.profile`. Use Google's OAuth Playground for quick testing.

Can I create and grade assignments?

Yes! Use `create_course_work` to create assignments with due dates and max points. Use `list_submissions` to see who turned in work, then `get_submission` to review individual student work. After grading, use `return_submission` to send it back to the student.

Can I manage student enrollment?

This MCP focuses on read-only operations for safety: listing students/teachers, viewing assignments, and tracking submissions. To add/remove students, use the Google Classroom web interface directly.

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About Google Classroom MCP Server

Connect your Google Classroom to any AI agent and streamline your teaching workflows through natural conversation. Manage courses, create assignments, track student submissions, and grade work — all via AI commands.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Google Classroom into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Google Classroom and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 14 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Course Management — List, create, and update courses with full details
Roster Tracking — List enrolled students and assigned teachers for any course
Assignments — Create coursework, set due dates, and track all assignments
Submission Monitoring — Check who turned in work, who's late, and who hasn't submitted
Grading — Review individual submissions, return graded work to students
Announcements — Post important updates to the course stream

The Google Classroom MCP Server exposes 14 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

How to Connect Google Classroom to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Google Classroom MCP Server with Cursor.

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server

Start using Google Classroom

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Google Classroom, help me...". 14 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the Google Classroom MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Google Classroom through the Model Context Protocol.

Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards

MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

Google Classroom + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Google Classroom MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP

Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically

Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates

Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data

Google Classroom MCP Tools for Cursor (14)

These 14 tools become available when you connect Google Classroom to Cursor via MCP:

create_announcement

Announcements appear in the course stream and can be used for important updates, reminders, or general communication. Post a new announcement to a Google Classroom course

create_course

Returns the new course ID for future reference. Only users with appropriate permissions can create courses. Create a new Google Classroom course

create_course_work

The assignment will be visible to all students in the course. Supports assignments, quizzes, and materials types. Create a new assignment or coursework in Google Classroom

get_course

Use the course ID obtained from list_courses. Get details of a specific Google Classroom course

get_submission

Get a specific student's submission details

list_announcements

Use this to check recent course announcements and important updates. List all announcements in a Google Classroom course

list_course_work

Returns assignment title, due date, state (DRAFT/PUBLISHED), max points, and creation time. Use this to track all assignments and their deadlines. List all assignments and coursework for a Google Classroom course

list_courses

Essential first step to identify which course to work with before querying students, assignments, or submissions. List all Google Classroom courses

list_students

Use this to check enrollment, identify students for grading, or verify class roster. List all students enrolled in a Google Classroom course

list_submissions

Returns student ID, submission state (NEW/CREATED/TURNED_IN/RETURNED), grade, and late status. List student submissions for a specific assignment

list_teachers

List all teachers of a Google Classroom course

return_submission

This is typically done after the teacher has reviewed and graded the work. The student will be notified that their work has been returned. Return a graded assignment to the student

turn_in_submission

The student must have created the submission first. This is equivalent to clicking "Turn In" in the Classroom UI. Turn in a student's assignment submission

update_course

Requires the course ID and at least one field to update. Update an existing Google Classroom course

Example Prompts for Google Classroom in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with Google Classroom immediately.

"List all my courses and show students in Math 101."

"Create an assignment called 'Chapter 5 Problems' due 2024-05-15 for course 12345, max 100 points."

"Show me who turned in the Chapter 5 assignment."

Troubleshooting Google Classroom MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting Google Classroom to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

Google Classroom + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Google Classroom MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.