Background
Bramfield Park Primary has a strong commitment to promoting active travel and has consistently integrated Your Move initiatives into its school culture. With a growing number of students cycling to school and a recognised need to improve bike safety awareness and skills, the school identified a gap in student confidence and access to safe cycling equipment. The grant application aligned with the school’s broader goals of fostering a positive culture of active transport and building capacity for increased participation.
Project description
The Platinum grant funding was used to implement a multi-faceted project that included:
- Bike education: Delivered to Year 4 students over four weeks, focusing on safe riding practices, helmet use, bike checks and road awareness.
- Road safety sign: Provided for Early Learning Centre students to use on their bike track and outdoor play areas.
- Bike purchase: 10 bikes were purchased for Year 1–3 students to use during break times, ensuring access for students who do not own a bike.
Outcomes
The project achieved significant outcomes:
- Skill development: Students who had never ridden a bike before became confident riders. All participants learned essential safety skills, including helmet fitting, hand signals and brake use.
- Increased confidence and inclusion: Students expressed pride and excitement in learning to ride. Access to school-owned bikes ensured inclusivity for those without personal bikes.
- Cultural shift: The initiative contributed to a more positive school culture around bike riding and road safety. Teachers observed increased student interest in participating in future active travel events.
- Curriculum integration: The bike education was complemented by health curriculum lessons and student-created bike safety posters.
- Community engagement: The project was promoted through school newsletters and social media, with positive feedback from parents and caregivers.
“The Your Move Connecting Schools Grant has helped us achieve a more positive culture and confidence around bike and road safety” — Jayne Murray, Principal
Learn more about the Connecting Schools Grant here.