Geneva Implements Landmark Mobile Phone Ban in Schools

Canton Geneva becomes first Swiss region to completely ban smartphone use in secondary schools, setting potential nationwide precedent

Key Takeaways

Geneva becomes the first Swiss canton to implement a complete ban on smartphone use in secondary schools
The ban will take effect from August 18th, 2025
The ban applies to all public secondary schools in Geneva canton

By The Numbers

100%

Coverage of public secondary schools in Geneva affected by the ban

They Said

"From the beginning of the new school year on August 18th, students in public schools in the Swiss canton of Geneva will no longer be allowed to use smartphones on school grounds"
— Helena Bachmann

Geneva Takes Bold Step with Complete School Phone Ban

Policy Details and Implementation

Impact on Education and Student Life

Swiss Context and National Implications

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Geneva bans mobile phones in secondary schools

The Local Switzerland

Key Takeaways

Geneva becomes the first Swiss canton to implement a complete ban on smartphone use in secondary schools
The ban will take effect from August 18th, 2025
The ban applies to all public secondary schools in Geneva canton

By The Numbers

100%

Coverage of public secondary schools in Geneva affected by the ban

They Said

"From the beginning of the new school year on August 18th, students in public schools in the Swiss canton of Geneva will no longer be allowed to use smartphones on school grounds"
— Helena Bachmann

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