The British Ministry of Education has published guidelines prohibiting the use of cell phones in schools throughout the day. The program is designed to reduce disruptions and improve behavior in classrooms.
The guidelines are not binding, but offer various options to schools, including a complete ban on cell phones on the premises of the educational institution. According to data from the Communications Authority in Great Britain, about 97% of children in the country own a smartphone by the age of 12. However, teachers' organizations have expressed doubts about the impact of the move.