Tools, templates and tips for secondary school teachers & leaders
[.style-intro]If you’re exploring a smartphone-free policy at your secondary school, you’re not alone – and you don’t have to start from scratch. This page brings together practical tools, editable templates and real-world examples to help you lead the change with clarity and confidence – whether you’re just starting the conversation or ready to take action.[.style-intro]
Guidance for secondary school leaders about smartphone policies
Creating and embedding a smartphone policy takes care and clarity. These SFC guides outline the key options – and share what’s worked well in other schools around the country.
[.style-link]Downloadable guide to smartphone-free schools for secondary school leaders[.style-link]
Editable template letters to communicate with parents
Clear communication is key when introducing any change. These draft template letters are designed to help. They're fully editable and ready to adapt to your school’s community, culture and policy approach.
[.style-link]Letter to send to Year 5 parents preparing for the to transition to secondary school[.style-link]
Example secondary school smartphone policy announcements
Need inspiration? Here’s a collection of real letters from schools that have recently introduced progressive smartphone policies. They're all clear, thoughtful, and ready to be borrowed from.
[.style-link]Emanuel School: brick phones only for Y7s policy[.style-link]
[.style-link]Syndenham High School: Yondr pouch scheme[.style-link]
[.style-link]The Misbourne: smartphone-free for Y7s policy[.style-link]
[.style-link]Barnet Borough: collaborative secondary & primary smartphone-free policy[.style-link]
