Mobile Phone Free School

Ark Charter will become a mobile phone free school in September. This means students will not be permitted to bring phones in to school at all and they must be left at home with parents.

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Mobile Phone Exemption Request Form

From September 2025 Ark Charter is a mobile phone free school. This also includes other internet enabled devices. Please complete this form if you wish your child to be considered for exemption. Exemptions are strictly limited to children who have medical needs, are carers or require a phone for safeguarding reasons.  Submitting this form does not automatically mean that your child will be exempt. All applications must be authorised by the Principal.

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Mobile Free School

Ark Charter will become a mobile phone free school in September. This means students will not be permitted to bring phones in to school at all and they must be left at home with parents.

We are determined to protect our student's childhood, give them a great education and keep them safe from the well documented risks and dangers associated with mobile phones.

To find out more about how you can protect your child visit: https://smartphonefreechildhood.co.uk

Letter to Parents / Carers

Useful Links

Parents may also be interested in this selection of articles, podcasts and research and policy papers, which deal with the impact of mobile phones on children: