As we approach the close of our Active Travel Scheme in collaboration with Norfolk County Council, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the tremendous progress we’ve made in promoting sustainable travel within our school community. Over the past term, we’ve made significant strides in encouraging visibility when walking and cycling to school, lift sharing and raising awareness about careers related to active and sustainable travel.

One of the key highlights has been the series of assemblies held across both the Prep and Senior Schools, designed to raise awareness about active and safe travel. These sessions were both informative and engaging, helping students and staff to better understand the personal health and environmental benefits of walking and cycling to school. We also focused on educating students about their responsibilities as passengers when travelling in a vehicle.

We’re also excited to announce the winners of our Active Travel competition! This initiative sparked creativity and enthusiasm across all year groups in the Prep, Senior and external primary schools. A huge congratulations to everyone who participated – your contributions were inspiring!

From Norwich High in the Prep category, the Overall Prep Winner is Valentina from Kindergarten, who will receive a voucher to purchase a bike. The runners-up are Sophie from the Kindergarten/Nursery category, Mira from Year 2-3, and Lauren from Year 4-6, each of whom wins a travel safety set of goodies.

In the Norwich High Senior category, the Overall Senior Winner is Tessa from Year 9, who wins a voucher to purchase a bike. Prizes for great entries go to Elizabeth from Year 12, Chloe from Year 7 and Amelia from Year 7, each receiving a travel safety set of goodies.

Another exciting development is the formation of our Community Speedwatch group, which will officially launch in the new academic year. This important project aims to make our local roads safer, particularly along Lime Tree Road and Newmarket Road. If you’d like to get involved, please don’t hesitate to reach out via s.tea@nor.gdst.net

Our Year 12 Sixth Form students have been busy engaging with local primary schools through lunchtime outreach sessions. As part of their final session, they presented thank-you bags containing wet-weather road safety resources to the following schools: Cringleford, Coleman, Cecil Gowing, Nelson and The Clare School. We are grateful for their dedication to spreading awareness of road safety.

A special thank you to all the parents who completed our recent Parent Survey. Your feedback has been invaluable in helping us identify areas for further development as we continue to enhance the scheme.

Looking ahead to the summer term, we’re thrilled to announce the launch of our Cycle Maintenance Pop-Up Shop! Students and parents who cycle to school or work will have the opportunity to bring their bikes in for a basic service. It’s a fantastic way to keep your bike in top condition as the weather improves. Look out for more details coming soon.

We’re incredibly excited about the ongoing success of the Active Travel Scheme and look forward to all the wonderful initiatives on the horizon. Let’s continue building momentum together and work towards creating a healthier, safer and more sustainable school environment for all.