AI banned in classrooms for children below 13 years of age, this country took a shocking decision

Generative AI in Schools: Nowadays, Artificial Intelligence has become an important part of everyday life for everyone. In which the reach of AI is increasing rapidly everywhere from smartphones to offices and schools. It is being seen that many countries of the world are working on how students can make better use of AI in studies. But meanwhile, Norway has taken a decision which has attracted the attention of the global education world.

Now small children will not be able to use AI

For information, let us tell you that the Norwegian government has announced that from September 2026, students from class 1 to 7, including children below 13 years of age, will not be allowed to use generative AI tools in schools. With this decision, Norway has joined the few countries that have imposed a clear ban on the use of AI for children of such a young age. In such a situation, experts say that this step will prove to be a big experiment towards creating a balance between technology and traditional learning in education.

Why was AI banned?

Regarding this ban, the government says that the main objective of this decision is to protect the basic learning skills of children. In such a situation, officials say that AI can definitely be helpful in studies, but at an early age, children should develop basic abilities like reading, writing and mathematics on their own. The government further said in its statement that a research has revealed that by using generative AI in schools without thinking, children can leave the essential methods of learning, which affects their development. Apart from this, the government is also concerned that young children do not develop sufficient understanding about the responsible use of AI. Due to which the risk of its misuse can increase even more.

Norwegian gov’t bans AI in elementary education. Policy statement: pic.twitter.com/45c9utJUxR

— 高大伟 David Cowhig (@gaodawei) June 21, 2026

Senior students will get limited relaxation

This ban has not been implemented on all students. The new guidelines clearly state that students aged 13 years and above will be allowed to use AI tools in a controlled and monitored environment. Not only this, teachers will also be given special training so that they can ensure safe and effective use of AI in the classroom.

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Norway has been strict regarding technology in the past too

It was seen that Norway has already taken strict steps in matters related to children and technology. In which the country had completely banned the use of mobile phones in schools in 2024. At the same time, this year the government is also working towards limiting the use of social media by children below 16 years of age. In such a situation, many education experts say that in the coming year, other countries can also take such a decision for the children of their country considering the impact of AI.