It’s back to school week for many of us in the UK (Thread alert! 1/9): Are we all ready for children walking, cycling to school? Asking all drivers to take extra care to be considerate to everyone who may be excited to get back to their routines. @AlbertPrimary @SustransSchools

Its back to school week for many of us in the UK (2/9): asking all parents and carers who need to drive to school to think about how to park responsibly, and away from the school gates so it is safe for all. Please don’t park on pavements, & park well away from school entrances.

Its back to school week for many of us in the UK (3/9) Remember that school zones often have high pollution levels due to slow traffic, idling cars, starting of engines – all of which are worst for people who are shorter = closer to exhaust fumes.

Its back to school week for many of us in the UK (4/9): studies show that children who walk/cycle to school are most engaged, have better motor skills, and perform better socially and academically. Even a short walk of 200 yards/m after a car journey will help. @SchoolHealthVoG

Its back to school week for many of us in the UK (5/9): Bikeability has some tips for cycling here: https://bikeability.org.uk/cycle-more/family-cycling/essential-cycling-skills-for-families/

Back to school week (6/9): in Denmark every year there's a campaign with posters everywhere: ‘Look out for me/take care of me’ The idea is to remind “with a new school year there are new, small road users, which we must show extra consideration for” this Movia campaign is typical

Back to school week (7/9): It takes practice to become a good road user! Practice basic rules of the road: stop at junctions & kerb, look both ways before crossing, only cross in safe places where you can see & hear. Choose the safest way - even when it is not the fastest.

Back to school week (8/9): It takes practice to become a good road user! Try not to tell your children when it is safe to cross, but allow them to look & learn for themselves whilst of course ensuring that they recognise what to look and listen for @albertrdsoap @SustrnsSchools

Back to school week (9/9): top tip for us all (even those who do not have children): Get down on your knees and see the traffic with a child's eyes. Children do not have the same overview as adults. @AlbertPrimary @albertrdsoap @SustransCymru @SchoolHealthVoG @Urban95cm