Sheldon School is set to become the first phone-free school in Chippenham this June, introducing Yondr pouches to support student wellbeing and learning. The move follows new Department for Education guidance on mobile phone use in schools and comes after consultation with parents and visits to other schools already using similar systems. From Term 6,...
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KES adopts Yondr pouches for Years 7–11: supporting a phone-free school day
King Edward’s School has begun the phased introduction of Yondr pouches for pupils in Years 7–11, marking a significant step in our commitment to digital wellbeing and focused learning. As previously announced, the Yondr pouch system is designed to help pupils stay present, build meaningful relationships and enjoy a break from the pressures of constant...
Kingswood goes phone-free as the first Bath school to introduce Yondr pouches
In response to research that excessive screen time, particularly on smartphones, can have detrimental effects on children’s cognitive and emotional development, Kingswood School has introduced a phone-free policy using technology from Yondr. Pupils in Years 7-11 have a Yondr pouch to store their phones for the duration of the school day. The pouch is locked magnetically, so pupils...