Road Safety is a Back to School Essential

As children return to school, it's important to prioritise their safety on the journey to and from school. Take time to discuss these key safety tips with your child: 

Getting In and Out of the Car:

• Always use the door closest to the curb to prevent stepping into traffic.
• Make sure your child waits until the car has completely stopped before exiting. 

Walking Safely:

• Encourage distraction-free walking by asking your child to remove headphones and put away devices while crossing streets.
• Teach your child to stay alert, follow traffic signals, and use designated pedestrian crossings.

Using the Bus Safely:

• Wait at the bus stop together, standing at least one step back from the edge of the road.
• Always meet your child at the bus stop on the same side of the road—never call them across from the opposite side.  
  Wait for the bus to leave before crossing the street, ensuring it is safe to cross.

Using Wheeled Transport:

• Remind your child that helmets are mandatory when riding a bike in public—it’s the law.
• Encourage helmet use and protective gear for other wheeled activities, such as scooters, skateboards, and rollerblades.

Never sacrifice safety for convenience, source: https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/roadsafety

Traffic Management

Please familiarise yourselves with the traffic management procedures for our school site.