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Guidance for parents, schools, and anyone thinking about the pledge.
This initiative is focused on delaying internet-enabled smartphones and social-media-capable devices during primary school years. Families may still choose basic phones or other contact methods where appropriate.
Frequently asked questions
Suggested wording for schools
Dear parents and guardians, We are inviting our school community to consider joining the School Pledge — a voluntary initiative where families commit to delaying internet-enabled smartphones during primary school years. This is not a ban or a school policy. It is a community-led choice. The more families that wait together, the less peer pressure any individual family feels. If you would like to join, please visit our pledge link: [your pledge link here] No child names are collected. Participation is entirely voluntary.