Sometimes a single voice cuts through the noise. In Fareham, that voice belonged to 15 year old student Poppy Nestor whose honest, heartfelt testimony helped sway councillors to vote in favour of a county‑wide school phone ban. Her message wasn’t dramatic or political. It was personal and that’s exactly why it resonated. Fareham Borough Council […]
Category Archives: Education
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Across Europe, governments are increasingly examining the impact smartphones have on children’s learning and wellbeing. The latest country to take action is Poland, where the government is preparing legislation to ban mobile phone use in primary schools from 1 September 2026. The proposal, announced by Barbara Nowacka, is part of a broader effort to reduce […]
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Across Canada, schools are increasingly rethinking how smartphones are used during the school day. In recent years, several provinces have introduced or strengthened policies designed to reduce classroom distractions and support student wellbeing. From Ontario to Alberta and British Columbia, education leaders are exploring how structured phone policies can help students focus, improve engagement, and […]
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As schools across the UK explore ways to reduce digital distraction and improve student wellbeing, Scotland’s recent mobile phone restriction trials are providing valuable real-world insights. Several Scottish secondary schools have begun trialling phone-free school policies, where students cannot access smartphones during the school day. Early feedback from teachers and school leaders suggests the move […]
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Smartphones are increasingly shaping the school day — often in ways that affect concentration, engagement and student interaction. At École Jeannine Manuel, an internationally recognised bilingual school with campuses in Paris and Lille, teachers began to notice the growing impact of phone use on learning. Known for its innovative approach to education and commitment to […]
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Creating calm, focused classrooms is a priority for every school. For the Insignis Academy Trust (IAT), that meant tackling one of the biggest modern distractions in education: smartphones. Founded in 2016, the Trust runs five secondary schools in Buckinghamshire and is committed to providing every student with a high-quality learning experience. In pursuit of that […]
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Schools across the UK are increasingly looking for ways to reduce distractions, improve focus and help pupils build stronger social connections. One striking example is the recent experience at Holy Family RC & CE College in Heywood, Greater Manchester — where students now lock their phones away at the start of the school day. A […]
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As schools across the UK move towards phone-free days, the conversation is often framed as restriction. In reality, many school leaders see it as preparation for work, relationships and life beyond the classroom. A phone-free school environment doesn’t mean removing technology. It means teaching young people when and how to use it well. Learning to […]
Case Studies, Education
E-ACT Crest Academy: Creating a Calmer, More Focused School Day with Phone Locker®
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Location: Brent, London School Type: Secondary Academy Ofsted Rating: Good Solution: Phone Locker® magnetic phone pouches The Challenge Like many secondary schools, E-ACT Crest Academy was seeing the growing impact of mobile phones on behaviour, focus and wellbeing during the school day. While behaviour was already rated as good by Ofsted and serious incidents such […]
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We understand that school budgets are under pressure. While Phone Locker® is priced competitively, any new initiative still needs to demonstrate value, longevity and clear educational benefit. The good news is that many UK schools successfully fund secure phone pouches through a mix of budgets, grants and community support — particularly when the solution supports […]
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