Poland wants to ban phones and smartwatches in schools
Poland's government has approved a bill to ban students under 16 from using phones and smartwatches in schools. The proposed law, which still requires parliamentary approval, aims to address concerns about phone addiction among youth. Additionally, the government is pushing for age verification on adult websites to protect children from inappropriate content.
- ▪The bill prohibits students under 16 from using phones and smartwatches during the entire school day.
- ▪Students can bring their devices but must leave them in a designated location at school.
- ▪Teachers and students with special needs will be exempt from the ban.
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News Poland wants to ban phones and smartwatches in schools The country also wants adult websites to implement age checks to keep kids out. By Mariella Moon June 3, 2026 1:58 am EST Jackf/Getty Images The Polish government has just approved a bill that would prohibit students under 16 years old from using their phones and smartwatches in school. It would still need to be approved by the country's parliament and President Karol Nawrocki before it becomes a law. If it does, students will not be allowed to use their devices the entire school day, even during their breaks and post-class activities, according to Notes from Poland.
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