How UK Schools Can Fund Phone Locker® Pouches

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 behaviour, wellbeing and learning outcomes.

Common Funding Routes for UK Schools

1. School Budget / Core Revenue Funding

Many schools fund Phone Locker® directly through their core school budget when linked to behaviour improvement, safeguarding, reduced disruption and improved learning outcomes. Aligning the purchase to your behaviour or wellbeing strategy can support approval.

2. Funding via School Boards or Local Authorities

In some cases, funding can be approved through:

Local authorities
City or municipal education budgets
Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) central funding

These routes work particularly well where a consistent policy is being implemented across multiple schools.

3. Capital or Improvement Funding

Some schools explore capital-style funding where equipment improves the learning environment or safety. Always check eligibility with your trust or local authority finance lead.

Useful reference: GOV.UK education funding guidance.

4. Financing Through Parent Associations (PTAs / Friends of the School)

PTAs often support projects that improve student wellbeing and learning culture. Phone Locker® is well suited to PTA funding because:

It benefits all students, not just a subset
It supports fairness and consistency
It has a clear, visible impact

5. Funding Through Parents

Some schools choose a parent-supported contribution model, where families contribute towards a long-lasting pouch that remains with the student during the school day. Because the phone stays with the child, concerns around loss or damage are reduced.

6. Charitable & Trust Funding

Many UK grant-making bodies support education, wellbeing and behaviour initiatives, including equipment.

Examples include:

Garfield Weston Foundation (for eligible charitable or exempt schools)
Local community foundations and education trusts (often listed on FundEd)
Smaller local trusts supporting youth, wellbeing or learning environments

When applying, clearly link Phone Locker® to:

Improved classroom focus
Reduced behavioural incidents
Student wellbeing and mental health
Fair, system-based phone policies

Why Phone Locker® Is a Cost-Effective Investment

One pouch per student, built to last: Our durable pouches are designed to last an entire school cycle, not a single year.
Low replacement costs: Robust materials and proven locking mechanisms reduce ongoing spend.
Customisable to your school: Branded or tailored options help embed the policy and strengthen buy-in.
Clear educational impact: Supports focus, behaviour, wellbeing and calmer learning environments — key priorities for funders.

Why Phone Locker® Works Well for Funding Applications

Clear purpose: A practical solution to a well-recognised problem
Evidence-led outcomes: Focus, behaviour, wellbeing and safeguarding
Longevity: One-time investment with long-term use
Scalable: Works for single schools or whole trusts
Inclusive: Medical pouch options ensure accessibility

Practical Tips

Combine multiple funding sources if needed
Include a clear implementation plan and quote
Position Phone Locker® as part of your behaviour or wellbeing strategy, not just a product

If you’d like support with quotes, wording for funding applications, or rollout planning, the Phone Locker® team is happy to help advise. Get in touch today.