Netherlands Bans Phones in All Primary and Secondary School Classrooms

Netherlands Bans Phones in All Primary and Secondary School Classrooms to Improve Learning Environment

On September 3, we have a lot of reports stating that starting September 2, primary schools across the Netherlands have banned the use of mobile phones, smartwatches, tablets, and other electronic devices in classrooms.

This rule was already implemented in secondary schools earlier this year, meaning that the ban on electronic devices now applies to all primary and secondary school classrooms nationwide.

The Dutch Ministry of Education believes that the use of mobile phones distracts students and negatively impacts their learning efficiency.

Therefore, except when phones are needed for educational purposes (such as learning media skills), students are not allowed to use phones in class. Schools will also make special accommodations for students who need to use phones for medical reasons or due to disabilities.

According to reports from Dutch broadcasting companies, some schools in the Netherlands have extended the ban to break times as well, noting improved atmosphere during recess in these schools.

However, the idea of a complete ban on phones in schools has been a topic of debate in the Netherlands.

Initially, several government officials responsible for education were not in favor of implementing this rule nationwide, and some school principals advocated for local regulations instead.

On the other hand, some parents believe that children, especially primary school students, should not use smartphones due to the potentially addictive nature of social media.

We have also observed that many other countries and regions have implemented similar bans in schools to protect the learning environment and support the healthy development of students.

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Jayaditya Chakrabarty

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