Key facts
- France will implement a nationwide ban on mobile phone use in high schools.
- The ban will take effect on September 2nd.
- Students under 15 years old will be affected by the new rule.
- The prohibition covers all areas of school grounds, including classrooms, cafeterias, and playgrounds.
France is set to enforce a nationwide ban on mobile phone use in high schools beginning next month. The measure, aimed at improving student concentration and reducing distractions, will apply to all students under the age of 15.
The prohibition will cover all areas of school grounds, including classrooms, cafeterias, and playgrounds. This initiative builds upon a similar ban introduced for primary schools in 2018.
Education Minister Gabriel Attal stated that the goal is to encourage students to engage more with each other and their surroundings, fostering a more focused learning environment. While the ban is comprehensive, exceptions may be made for educational purposes under teacher supervision or for students with disabilities requiring phone use.