School ethos and organisation
Students’ learning about and for a safe road/rail system is influenced by a positive road safety ethos and organisation in their school. The ethos and organisation for road safety is obvious when road safety is ‘what we do around here’.
Road safety within a school's ethos and organisation
- A ‘living’ school road safety education policy/procedure maintained through consultation.
- Enthusiasm for road patrol duty.
- Professional development opportunities for teachers.
- Road Safety curriculum materials and resources being used within day to day learning.
- Parent/care-givers demonstrating consideration to safe school travel.
- Planning for EOTC activities minimises risks around roads and rail.
- Road safety messages (preferably student developed) being included in school newsletters.
- School community members willingly report instances of dangerous or potential dangerous road use.
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Road Map - Road Safety Resources for School Communities
This Road Map directs schools and communities to road safety education resources relevant for each stage of a child’s development
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Road Safety Education Policy
An example of a school policy/procedure to assist children make safer journeys.
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Other NZTA Resources
Miscellaneous resources relating to safe traveling: safe bus choices, cyclist road code, young drivers' best practices, info sheets
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Safe travel information sheets
Six info sheets with tips and useful ideas for safe walking, being a safe passenger, safe riding, and rail safety
