What is a Voluntary Smartphone Pact?

A voluntary smartphone pact for primary school-aged children is an agreement that families or a group of parents make to delay giving their kids smartphones until a certain age.

Here's how it works:

• Parents agree together that they won’t buy smartphones for their children until they reach a specific class or age, like secondary school.

• The pact is voluntary, meaning families choose to join if they want to. It's a way of supporting each other so no child feels left out or pressured to have a smartphone too early.

The goal is to encourage kids to enjoy being children, stay focused on things like playing, learning, and socializing face-to-face, without the distractions and pressures that can come with having a smartphone.

It's like saying, "Let's wait a bit before we dive into the world of smartphones and social media!"