Since the introduction of our travel plan in 2007 we have been promoting the idea of using sustainable travel. We regularly hold activities where the children are encouraged to walk, for example a whole school activity of walking to Athens, and the participation in the National BRAKE Walking Bus record.
We have appointed two Junior Road Safety Officers and through competitions and role play they promote road safety. They along with the County Road Safety Officer and fellow class members have trained the children in K.S.1 to cross the road safely.
Last year our JRSO’s won a Gold Award for their work.
When possible we use our local area to pursue curriculum activities and therefore the children walk to their destinations. If we are undertaking studies in Ipswich we try to use public transport if it is feasible.
We have regular meetings with the Parish Council and have been working with them to achieve a speed reduction outside the school. A 20’s plenty area has now been introduced. We have also been working with them to ascertain the need for safe cycle and walking routes in the area.
All the children participate in the Cycling Proficiency programme before they leave our school.
