A smartphone ban in English schools is coming into force. What's changing?
A new law in England mandates that all schools must become smartphone-free environments by default. Head teachers are now legally required to enforce policies that restrict phone usage during the school day.
Why it matters
This represents a significant shift in educational policy aimed at improving student wellbeing and minimizing digital distractions in the classroom.
Image source, Getty By Hayley Clarke Education reporter Published 6 hours ago A ban on smartphones in schools in England comes into force on Monday, 29 June, making individual schools and trusts legally responsible for being phone-free throughout the day.
The article provides a factual overview of government policy and school implementation without taking a stance on the effectiveness of the ban.
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