Policy and Research

Developing a mobile phone policy: draft guidance for schools
The draft guidance is intended to:
– provide clearer national direction while maintaining local flexibility
– support schools to develop clear, consistent and proportionate mobile phone policies
– reduce classroom distractions and improve learners’ concentration, engagement and attainment
– promote positive behaviour and increase opportunities for facetoface interaction
– help protect children and young people from cyberbullying, harmful online content and social media pressures
– improve learner wellbeing and safety

Submit your comments by 2nd December 2026

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