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YPW — Screen Media & Technology Policy
Learning Beyond Screens
At YPW, we believe children learn best through hands-on exploration, movement, and relationships—not through passive screen time. Our intentional approach to technology ensures that children develop curiosity, creativity, and focus in age-appropriate ways.
Screen-Free in the Early Years
Ages 0–6
Ages 0–6 Classrooms are screen-free to honor the “absorbent mind” stage of development. Children learn best through movement, sensory play, music, and language.
After Age 6
After Age 6 Technology is introduced intentionally and minimally—for research, presentations, or projects—always guided by teachers.
This balance ensures that children develop social-emotional skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities without over-reliance on screens.
Why It Matters
Excessive screen time in early childhood is linked to challenges with attention, sleep, and social development. By delaying and carefully curating digital exposure, YPW helps children
Strengthen focus and imagination
Build rich face-to-face communication skills
Foster independence and problem-solving through play
Backed by Research
Our approach follows expert guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children’s Screen Time Action Network, which recommend screen-free early learning environments and intentional, balanced technology use in later years.
Resources
American Academy of Pediatrics:
The following publications by the American Academy of Pediatrics
See the Difference of Screen-Free Classrooms
Come visit a YPW classroom and experience how children thrive through play, exploration, and real-world connection.