SFC Schools network

Step 3: Working in partnership with parents

Editable templates and resources to help schools engage families early, and build a shared understanding for change across their parent community.

Tools to support communication with parents

Editable letters for every stage of your smartphone-free journey

Tools

Example letters from primary and secondary schools

Tools

What are the common pushbacks from parents? And how should I respond?

Questions

Host a parent-to-parent talk in your school: a step-by-step guide

Tools

Papaya smartphone-free talks to parents

Tools

Supporting families beyond the school gate

When a school goes smartphone-free, the change doesn’t stop at the gates. Use our SFC resources to help parents continue the conversation at home too.

Resources for Parents

Why choosing to delay smartphones gives your child secret superpowers

Journal

How should I talk to my child about smartphones? Tips for parents at every stage

Questions

How can I reduce my child's screen time without battles?

Questions

Build momentum for the SFC Parent Pact

When school policy and the SFC Parent Pact work together the whole community benefits. Use our tools to help normalise the option of delaying smartphones.

Teacher quickstart guide to the Parent Pact

Practical examples of how schools can successfully build momentum for the Parent Pact so that everyone pulls in the same direction.

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The
PARENT PACT

Encourage parents to join other families in your school community delaying smartphones and social media.

See the Pact

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