AceShowbiz - Hugh Grant is not one to shy away from sharing his candid views on the U.K. education system, particularly the private schools that his children attend. At a recent event organized by Close Screens, Open Minds at London's Knightsbridge School, he expressed his frustrations with what he described as "ridiculous posh private schools."

The actor, known for his roles in films such as "Notting Hill" and "Bridget Jones' Diary", highlighted a specific grievance regarding the limitations placed on outdoor play.

He criticized the schools for their overly cautious policies. They're the ones saying they're not going to play outside today because it's raining, or they can't go on the climbing frame because it's windy. It's pathetic, Grant said during the event.

Adding to his critique, Grant also addressed the increasing use of technology in classrooms. According to him, schools are excessively integrating laptops and tablets into their teaching methodologies and was against it.

He recalled his reaction to one school's proud proclamation, The final straw was when the school started saying, with some smugness, 'We give every child a Chromebook.' And they do a lot of lessons on their Chromebook, and they do all their homework on their Chromebook, and you just thought, 'That is the last f***ing thing they need, and the last thing we need.'

Grant's stance aligns him with American social psychologist Dr. Jonathan Haidt, who has been campaigning for phone-free schools. Haidt argues that smartphones contribute to a rising epidemic of mental illness among children. He advocates for banning smartphones for children under 14 and restricting social media use for those under 16.

Grant describes himself as an "angry parent" when it comes to these issues and calls on other parents to join him in advocating for a reduction in classroom technology use.

He expressed skepticism about working through traditional channels like school administrations or government bodies, saying, I don't think politicians ever do anything because it's the right thing to do, even if it's the right thing to do to protect children. They'll only do what gets them votes. They only care about their career.

Instead, Grant believes that mobilizing a critical mass of concerned parents is the most effective strategy. He asserts that when enough parents voice their dissatisfaction, both schools and politicians will be compelled to listen and make meaningful changes.

Despite his critical views, Grant occasionally shares charming anecdotes about his family life. Speaking on "The Kelly Clarkson Show", he fondly recounted the joy he feels when his children greet him with a "chimpanzee hug" upon his return home.