Teacher engaging with students in a phone-free Dutch classroom using lockable phone pouches for schools”

Helping Dutch schools create calmer, more focused classrooms

Practical phone-free systems — using lockable phone pouches trusted by schools in 27+ countries

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

Phone-free classrooms are becoming more common across the Netherlands.

But policies alone don’t create lasting change.

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

What is screenfree?

screenfree is a community-supported initiative helping Dutch schools create focused, phone-free classrooms with secure, lockable phone pouches. We support schools 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 classrooms Worldwide – and NOW in the Netherlands

Students focused and engaged in a phone-free Dutch classroom using lockable phone pouches for schools

Worldwide Adoption

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

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 Dutch Schools

Students interacting and smiling in a school courtyard — no phones, no distractions, 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 the Netherlands create phone-free classrooms using lockable phone pouches for schools. Reach out to get started on your screenfree journey.