PolandPoland has enacted a new law prohibiting the use of smartphones and other electronic communication devices by children in primary schools and kindergartens, effective from the start of the 2026–2027 school year. The law aims to enhance student wellbeing and safety by restricting device usage throughout the school day, including breaks and off-campus activities. Schools may establish secure storage areas for devices, though this is optional. Exceptions exist for students with medical conditions, disabilities, or those requiring devices for education or emergencies. Secondary schools retain the option to implement similar restrictions voluntarily. The legislation was initially proposed by the government in June 2026, amended by the Sejm (lower house of Parliament), and nearly unanimously approved before being signed into law by President Karol Nawrocki.
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