A Sydney private school will ban its primary students from using smartphones from next year, telling parents to instead buy Nokia flip phones. The school states the policy aims to reduce distractions and promote face-to-face interaction, with enforcement beginning in the new school term. Parents are instructed to provide children with basic mobile devices, specifically Nokia flip phones, if a phone is necessary for safety or contact during the day. The move follows broader debates about digital device use in classrooms and its impact on learning and social development.
Key quotes
- “The policy aims to reduce distractions and promote face-to-face interaction.”
- “Parents are instructed to provide basic mobile devices, specifically Nokia flip phones, if a phone is necessary.”
Author’s summary A Sydney private school bans smartphones for primary students and directs parents to switch to Nokia flip phones to cut distractions and encourage direct engagement.
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