Research 

Our survey of 675 Guernsey parents and carers reveals a rising tide of concern about children’s smartphone use. Whilst responsibility has previously been placed with parents, this survey shows parents are now wanting support to tackle the issues of smartphones head-on and reduce their hold over children’s lives.

• 76% of parents report concerns about their children’s smartphone use.

• By Year 6 (age 11), over a third have smartphones, and 38% of those are already experiencing problems.

• By Year 10 (age 14), 79% are reporting issues relating to smartphone usage, 40% of parents report mental health impacts, and 30% report exposure to harmful content such as (often extreme) violence, (often hardcore) pornography, misogyny, and/or hate speech.

Tackling the crisis head-on. It’s time for action.

93% of parents want more support from schools and the government to manage the growing pressures and problems smartphones create.

The message is clear: Parents cannot face this alone. It’s time for schools, education, and government to step up.