In an age where technology is woven into almost every part of daily life, it’s important to pause and reflect on what’s appropriate in a learning environment. At St Hilda’s, our decision to restrict smart watches is not about resisting innovation, it’s about protecting focus, privacy, and wellbeing. What is a Smart Watch? A smart watch has the ability to connect to the internet or mobile networks (via 3G, 4G, or Wi-Fi, etc). This connection may allow it to send and receive me

Many families are realising that now is the time to make a pledge with their daughter, to step away from the constant pull of smartphones and reclaim focus and presence. The endless notifications, apps, and social media feeds have become more than just a tool, for many young people they have become a distraction from learning, genuine relationships, and personal growth. Wait Mate can assist you if your daughter does not yet have a mobile phone . Introducing Wait Mait Wait Mai

When my kids are using an iPad or laptop in the house, I often feel powerless to get their attention. I also worry a little about what they may be seeing and there are times when I wish I could just disable the internet and the device entirely.  I have explored a few solutions and I have implemented 2 strategies that I think many parents could benefit from: Family restrictions with Apple, and Parental Controls on the home router. In this article I will explain how you can ben

Assuming that your daughter has an iPhone and that you also have an iPhone or iPad, you will be able to benefit from Apple’s incredibly powerful and effective parental controls features. These features depend on the correct setup of the Apple ID: You will need your own Apple ID (do not share this Apple ID with anyone else) Once you are signed into your Apple ID – you can invite family members (such as your husband/wife/partner, or existing child apple IDs) and you can create

Starting 10 December 2025, new laws will require social media companies to enforce age limits, stopping young people from setting up or keeping a social media account if they don’t meet the minimum age. This shift has led many of us to reflect on what more can be done to ensure young people are not only protected, but also educated and prepared for a future shaped by online interaction and AI-driven digital media. Can we still benefit from the convenience of smart phones, but