Schools Implement Cellphone Restrictions to Aid Focus

Fulham Boys School in London has implemented a policy banning smartphones for students aged 11 to 16, allowing only 'brick' phones that lack internet access. This decision, led by headmaster David Smith, aims to protect children from social media and other online harms, echoing similar measures in schools like Kansas City's Ewing Marion Kauffman School and across British Columbia. Survey findings revealed significant smartphone usage among students, with many receiving over 50 notifications daily. The policy has received mixed reactions from parents, some of whom appreciate the move for easing the pressure of buying smartphones for their children. The initiative aligns with broader educational trends addressing the negative impact of smartphones on student focus, mental health, and social development.