The evidence for
phone-free schools.
Research, policy documents, implementation guides, and practical tools to help your school make the case for — and successfully implement — a phone-free learning environment.
The evidence base.
Key research and policy documents supporting phone-free learning in UK schools.
Mobile phones in schools: DfE Guidance
The UK government's official guidance on restricting the use of mobile phones throughout the school day, including policy recommendations and implementation advice.
View DocumentIll Communication: Technology, Distraction & Student Performance
LSE research showing that banning mobile phones in schools improved test scores by 6.4% overall, and by 14.23% for the most disadvantaged students.
View DocumentThe Impact of Smartphones on Student Learning
Peer-reviewed study demonstrating that even the mere presence of a smartphone on a desk reduces available cognitive capacity, even when the phone is face-down and silent.
View DocumentChildren and young people's mental health: the role of schools
Parliamentary report highlighting the link between smartphone use in schools and rising rates of anxiety, depression, and cyberbullying among young people.
View DocumentScreen Time and Children: How Technology Affects Physical and Mental Health
Comprehensive review of the evidence on screen time and child development, with recommendations for schools and parents.
View DocumentOfsted: Behaviour in Schools
Ofsted's review of behaviour in schools, including the role of mobile phone policies in creating a calm, focused learning environment.
View DocumentPractical resources for your school.
Generation Faraday UK Brochure
Full product overview, pricing guide, and implementation information for UK schools. Share with your leadership team.
Request BrochureSample Phone-Free Policy Template
A ready-to-use policy template aligned with DfE guidance. Customise with your school's name and adapt to your specific needs.
Request TemplateCompetitor Comparison Chart
A printable side-by-side comparison of Generation Faraday vs. Yondr, CellLocked, and other popular solutions.
View ComparisonCommon questions from UK schools.
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