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flag Starting Jan 2026, Singapore bans smartphones and smartwatches for secondary students during all school time to reduce distractions and boost well-being.

flag Starting January 2026, Singapore’s secondary school students will be banned from using smartphones and smartwatches during all school hours, including recess and co-curricular activities, expanding previous rules that only applied during lessons. flag The Ministry of Education’s move, part of the Grow Well SG initiative, aims to reduce distractions, boost peer interaction, and improve student well-being. flag Devices must be stored in lockers or bags, with exceptions allowed by schools. flag Personal learning devices like tablets will also enter sleep mode earlier, at 10:30 PM, to promote better sleep habits. flag The policy builds on existing rules for primary schools since 2025 and includes support for parents through new programs and resources.

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