Hot off the press, Cycling Scotland announced earlier this month that a record number of primary schools have provided national standard cycle training for pupils across Scotland.
In the past year, 70% of primary schools took part, meaning that more than 56,000 young people across the country have benefitted from the training, giving them the skills and the confidence to make everyday trips by bike more safely.
Young people like Kennedi: “Cycling makes me feel good. It’s a really fun thing to do, especially when you learn how to do it. I would say don’t get scared. Just have fun on it.
In Bikeability we went on the road, and they were teaching us that if we ever did want to go on the roads that you can indicate and you can approach it safely.”
How does the training work?
Training is delivered by qualified instructors, including external trainers, teachers and parent volunteers,
- Level 1: fun sessions in a traffic-free area, designed to develop basic control skills
- Level 2: the core part of the programme, typically delivered in P6-7, learning how to signal, observe surroundings and make independent decisions
How will your pupils benefit?
- Gain the skills and knowledge to cycle safely on the road
- Improved confidence and a sense of independence
- A fun activity that supports active bodies and healthy minds
How will the training support your school?
- Supports Health and Wellbeing Experiences and Outcomes
- Helps to improve pupils’ mental, emotional, social and physical wellbeing
- Provides outdoor learning and Learning for Sustainability opportunities
- Helps to develop pupils’ physical literacy
- Develops speaking and listening skills
If your school is yet to take part, signing up is easy: simply contact your local Bikeability coordinator today for more information.
