In today's fast-paced world, our children need access to smart phones not just for social interaction, but for essential functions like contactless travel, homework, and safety tracking. Many families, including multi co parenting households, rely on these devices to ensure their children are secure and connected.

Recently, The Angmering High School implemented a ban on smart phones in response to the government’s directive, opting instead to require students to use outdated "brick phones". This decision appears to prioritize compliance over the genuine safety and well-being of students. While the intention is to mitigate distractions in schools, this approach disregards the primary role smart phones play in a child’s everyday security and academic life.

Many families monitor their children's location and online usage through apps on smart phones. Denying students the ability to carry these essential devices if they are using magnetic pouches not only puts their safety at risk but also burdens parents with redundant and inadequate alternatives.

Instead of enforcing a complete ban, we propose a practical solution that balances educational focus with safety: the use of magnetic pouches. This method would restrict phone usage during school hours while allowing students to have their smart phones on hand for emergencies and post-school activities. Such an approach is not only innovative but has already been successfully adopted by numerous schools across the UK.

Our children's safety and educational excellence should never carry a price tag. By integrating magnetic pouch systems, Angmering High School can safeguard their students while staying aligned with parents’ needs and the rapid technological developments of our society.

We urge the decision-makers at The Angmering High School to reconsider their stance. Sign this petition to support this balanced and forward-thinking measure, ensuring our children can learn safely and securely without compromising their access to essential technology.