The Social Media Ban: Why This Is Actually Good News for Children
- The Wonder Company Team
- Jan 20
- 2 min read
The idea of banning children from social media has sparked strong reactions.
Some argue it’s unrealistic.
Others worry it limits freedom or ignores deeper issues.
But when we step back and look at the evidence — around mental health, attention spans, confidence, and real-world connection — it’s hard to ignore one truth:
Children don’t need more screens.
They need more spaces.
Why the Concerns Exist
Let’s acknowledge the common counter-arguments:
Social media can help children feel connected
It offers creative expression
It’s already deeply embedded in daily life
These are valid points — but they rely on one assumption: that children have enough healthy alternatives offline.
Right now, many don’t.
Why This Is a Positive Shift
A potential ban isn’t about restriction — it’s about redirection.
Here’s what it opens the door to:
More real-world confidence
Children build self-esteem through doing, not scrolling. Trying, failing, creating, moving — all things social media replaces rather than supports.
Better emotional regulation
Without constant comparison, children are freer to just be. Play, conversation and shared activities regulate emotions in ways screens never can.
Stronger social skills
Face-to-face interaction teaches empathy, patience, teamwork and resilience — skills that are hard to learn behind a screen.
A renewed role for holiday clubs & community provision
If children spend less time online, families will actively seek safe, engaging, structured alternatives.
Holiday clubs don’t just “fill time” — they:
provide belonging
create routine
offer purpose
support wellbeing
This moment highlights their value more than ever.
Why This Matters for Providers
If the landscape shifts, parents will be asking:
Where can my child go?
Who can I trust?
What will genuinely benefit them?
Holiday clubs, activity providers and councils already have the answer.
The challenge — and opportunity — is communicating that value clearly and confidently.
Closing Thought
This isn’t about children losing something.
It’s about them gaining something better.
And for those working directly with children, this is a moment to step forward — proudly — and say:
“We’ve been here all along.”
The Wonder Company
Creating meaningful experiences for children — on paper, in play, and beyond.
wondercompany.co.uk
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