Frequently asked questions

Novi helps schools reduce phone distractions and helps young people build healthier digital habits. Students use focus mode on their own phones, while staff use a dashboard to understand how the policy is working.

Novi blocks distracting apps, websites and cameras on students’ phones during the school day. The teacher dashboard gives staff visibility of student compliance.

The sixth-form and college model gives students more choice. They choose which apps to keep available and which distractions to block, helping them practise managing their own focus. Staff can use information about time in focus mode to support conversations about study habits.

Yes. Novi runs on students’ own phones. Schools decide how phones should be stored and used under their phone policy.

Novi offers a custom onboarding process for students who need essential apps, including those with medical or SEND requirements. This helps schools reduce distractions while keeping necessary tools available.

Novi supports both iPhone and Android phones.

If a student leaves focus mode, their teacher is notified through the Novi dashboard.

Teachers can see whether students are in focus mode, helping them understand who is following the school’s phone policy.

Yes. Students can still make phone calls while using Novi.

Book a demo to discuss your school’s phone policy and whether the school or sixth-form model fits your setting.

Please contact the Novi team to discuss pricing and trial options for your school or college.