Showcase Magazine Spring 2026 - Flipbook - Page 20
EARLY YEARS
USE OF TECHNOLOGY IN
EARLY YEARS
In today’s world, technology is everywhere. From our
smartphones
and
smartwatches
to
interactive
whiteboards and tablets, children are exposed to screens
and devices from an early age. But how does technology
fit into early years education?
Safeguarding and Legislation
Safeguarding is a top priority when it comes to using
technology. Laws such as GDPR, the Online Safety Bill,
and Keeping Children Safe in Education guide safe
technology use for children. Security systems, like
fingerprint scanners for entry, are technological tools that
support safety in early years settings.
Early years settings must have clear policies which set
out mobile phone use and parental consent for social
media to protect children’s safety and privacy while still
allowing technology to support communication with
families.
Learning Through Technology
When we think of technology in early years settings,
tablets and interactive whiteboards often come to mind.
However, technology can take many forms. Even simple
