Encourage your child to be safe on the roads

When you are out together, teach your child the basics of the Safe Cross Code – STOP! WAIT! LOOK! LISTEN!

Practice on quiet roads near your home, firstly crossing together, then letting your
child lead you across.

Always cross the road at the safest place - use a proper crossing if there is one.
If not, make sure that you have a good view of what's coming and that traffic
can see you.

Explain why you are crossing there. Also explain the need to be careful around driveways, bus lanes, etc.

Setting up a rota with other parents to take your children to school can be a good way of keeping your child safe whilst both reducing congestion on the roads and freeing up your time. Plan to make sure you have a car seat for each of your child passengers.

It's always a good idea for children to wear clearly visible clothing such as a
high-visibility vest and/or bright, pale coloured clothing so drivers can see them.