Phones in Schools Lawsuit: Safeguarding in the Digital Age

A 17-year-old student in Devon has joined a legal action against the UK government after witnessing violent and disturbing content shared on students’ phones in class.
The case has reignited debate about how schools manage mobile devices — and whether national policies are keeping pace with real safeguarding risks.

For teachers and leaders, this raises difficult questions: how can schools balance digital inclusion with protection, and what does “safe” look like in a world where the classroom doesn’t stop at the school gates?

At Emmaus Safe, we help education settings move beyond policies to practice — giving leaders the tools, frameworks, and confidence to manage risk with clarity.

Because digital safeguarding isn’t just about restrictions.
It’s about culture, boundaries, and clear systems that help staff act fast when things go wrong.

Source: The Guardian