17/08/2026
~ SCREEN TIME ~
Some of you may have heard the latest guidelines on the use of 'screens' with children.
As a setting, there is nothing that we need to change. We pride ourselves on being a 'screen free' nursery. We continue to support parents with the choices that they make with using screens at home, and encourage the following;
Under 2 years: Avoid screen time other than for shared activities with family that encourage bonding, interaction and conversation.
2-5 years: Try to keep it to 1 hour a day. Less if possible.
Shared activities could include video calling with friends and family or looking through digital photo albums together.
Check what your child is watching – look for content with simple stories, fewer scene changes and characters speaking slowly. It should be easy to hear what people are saying and to see the emotions on characters’ faces.
A large amount of screen time is linked with negative effects on children’s health and development. It can affect social, emotional, language and brain development, sleep, eyesight and healthy weight.
Reading together, simple games, play and back‑and‑forth conversations all help them develop language, problem‑solving skills, self‑control and social understanding. These early interactions, even before children can talk, create the foundations for every area of their lives.
Speak to a member of staff if you would like any more support.
What are your thoughts on the new guidance?
