Bikeability
Our Year 6 pupils recently took part in Bikeability cycle training, a national programme designed to help children develop the skills and confidence to cycle safely on today’s roads.
Throughout the week, pupils learned how to carry out basic bike safety checks, ensuring their bikes were roadworthy before setting off. They practised key cycling skills including starting and stopping safely, maintaining control, signalling clearly, and positioning correctly on the road.
As their confidence grew, children developed their awareness of other road users and learned how to make safe decisions at junctions, around parked cars, and in different traffic situations. The training took place in real road environments, giving pupils valuable, practical experience.
The children thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity and many rose to the challenge, showing great perseverance and determination as they developed new skills. We were particularly proud to hear that the instructors complimented our pupils on their excellent behaviour and positive attitudes throughout the training.
Bikeability not only improves cycling ability, but also encourages independence, responsibility, and road safety awareness. We are incredibly proud of how maturely and sensibly our Year 6 pupils approached the experience.
We were lucky enough to be offered the opportunity for Craig Ogden, a classical guitarist, to come into school and perform to the children on Friday 5th December. He performed several tracks, using a variety of musical techniques which were enjoyed by all. In addition, he spent time explaining the instrument and how he plays it. The children were a fantastic audience and asked him lots of interesting and relevant questions.