Parenting Resources

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Screen time for under-5s - Government Guidance

On Friday 27 March 2026, the government published new guidance to help parents manage screen time for children under five, developed with the Children’s Commissioner and leading experts.

The guidance advises no screen time for under 2s (except with an adult), up to one hour a day for ages 2–5, and no screens at mealtimes or before bed. It also encourages age-appropriate content and watching together, with a tailored approach for children with SEND.

Guidance is available for parents on the Best Start in Life website - please see the link below along with the link to the Government announcement.

Guidance: https://beststartinlife.gov.uk/screen-time-under-5s/

Announcement: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-screen-time-guidance-for-parents-of-under-5s