For many schools the school run can cause traffic congestion and parking issues as well as road safety concerns. Our schemes help schools reduce problems caused by inconsiderate driving and parking. They also support active and sustainable travel to school.
For further information about any of these schemes, please contact us at road.safety@cambridgeshire.gov.uk
Bikeability
Fully funded, national ‘Bikeability’ on-road cycle training is available for all primary schools.
To find out more about the Bikeability Trust and scheme, visit Cycle Training for Everyone - Deliver Safer Training | Bikeability
To enquire about eligible training in your setting, contact our approved delivery partner Outspoken Training.
Walking Bus
A Walking Bus is a line of children walking to or from school with adult volunteers. It follows a set route with pre-arranged 'bus stops'. A Walking Bus has both health and environmental benefits. It's also a great way to meet new friends.
Take 5! Walking Zones
Take 5! helps you set up a 5 minute walking zone around your school. The scheme aims to encourage children and families to walk for at least part of their journey to and from school. This helps to reduce traffic near school making it safer and more appealing for cyclists and pedestrians.
Smarter Parking
Smarter Parker is an easy and effective banner scheme to discourage persistent parking offenders. The problem of congestion outside schools at the beginning and end of the school day is one that can be tackled.
Each Smarter Parker banner carries a progressively stronger message. The campaign aims to stop drivers from parking on the school keep clear markings, commonly referred to as zigzag lines. The overall message is simple: keep school entrances clear and keep our children and young people safe.
Feedback from participating schools has been extremely positive. All schools reported fewer cars parked outside the school entrance.
If you are interested in how the scheme can help your school, please have a read of the below information pack. Apply for the scheme by completing the below online application form.
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School Streets
School Streets is an initiative introduced in September 2020 with the aim of creating a safe space outside the school gate. Schools can temporarily close the road outside the school gates to create a pedestrian and cycle/scoot zone during school opening and closing times.
It encourages pupils to use active transport on the way to school. It also helps to reduce congestion and pollution at the school gates.
