Thai Education Officials Consider Classroom Phone Ban

Thai Education Officials Consider Classroom Phone Ban

Education authorities are weighing a nationwide move to ban mobile phone use in Thai classrooms as part of an effort to improve concentration and learning conditions. The proposal follows a Bangkok initiative encouraging students to hand their phones to teachers during lessons so they can focus more fully in class. Officials said the measure is intended to reduce distractions as well as concerns tied to excessive screen time and related behaviour. At present, schools are still allowed to set their own policies, but the issue is due to be discussed at an upcoming executive meeting. If approved, the changes could begin with the 2026 academic year.