Mobile Phone Use

The Department of Education does not permit student use of mobile phones in public schools unless for medical or teacher directed educational purpose, effective February 2020.

For the purposes of this policy, ‘mobile phones’ includes smart watches, other electronic communication devices, and associated listening accessories, such as, but not limited to, headphones and ear buds.

“Off and away all day” includes before school and at break times.

All communication between parents and students, during school hours, should occur via the school’s administration.

For multiple offences of non-compliance with this policy, student phones may require collection by a parent/carer or loss of good standing.

Click here to view the full policy.

For Parents/Guardians