Students engaging with a teacher in a phone-free New Zealand classroom.

Helping New Zealand schools go phone-free — with purpose and care

Create calmer classrooms — with lockable phone pouches trusted by schools in 27+ countries

More New Zealand schools are setting clear phone boundaries to restore calm. Let’s make it work – together.

Phone-free classrooms are on the rise across Aotearoa.

But policies alone are not enough.

screenfree offers lockable phone pouches for schools that are practical, student-managed, and built to last.
No tech. No daily enforcement. Just focus and calm.

What is screenfree?

screenfree is a parent-led initiative supporting New Zealand schools in creating focused, phone-free classrooms with secure, lockable phone pouches. We help schools restore attention – one pouch at a time. Built for simplicity and impact.

How it Works

Step 1 – Insert the Phone

Step 2 – Lock it Shut

Step 3 – Unlock at a designated Unlocking station

How Students Use screenfree Phone Pouches

Unlocking station – End-of-day retrieval

Proven Results in Schools Worldwide – and NOW in Aotearoa

Students in New Zealand using lockable phone pouches for schools

Worldwide Adoption

Used in 3,000+ schools across 27 countries
Over 1 million students use lockable pouch solutions daily.

Academic Gains

Up to 15% improvement in academic performance
38% increase in senior student pass rates
65% of schools reported measurable learning gains

Behavioral Improvements

44% drop in phone-related incidents
Less disruption, more attention in class.
Improved self-regulation among students

Wellbeing

83% of schools see stronger student engagement
74% reported higher classroom participation
Positive shift in school culture and staff morale

Backed by research. Proven in classrooms. Trusted by schools.

Why Lockable Phone Pouches Work for New Zeland Schools

New Zealand students engaging socially in a school courtyard without phones — supported by lockable phone pouches for schools

More than a pouch — it’s a shift in school culture

Student-managed — no tech, no daily enforcement
Improves focus — reduces digital distraction
Up to 60% increase in student engagement
Calmer classrooms, fewer behavioural issues

Supports teacher wellbeing and retention
Used by schools across 27+ countries
Backed by parents, welcomed by students
End-to-end support from rollout to results

Empower students. Support teachers. Restore focus.

We’re helping schools across New Zealand create phone-free classrooms with lockable phone pouches for schools. Reach out to get started on your screenfree journey.