News · 20 April 2026

England schools will legally ban mobile phones

School environments across England will see stricter mobile phone rules, aiming to improve children's focus and wellbeing. The government plans to amend the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill, making existing Department for Education guidance statutory. This change gives legal force to current phone restrictions, with Ofsted now considering policies during school inspections.

By BriefTea Editorial · 20 April 2026 at 20:27

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