Walking to school
Walking is a great choice for lots of reasons.
It’s free, it keeps you fit and it’s often quicker than you think. It also helps to wake you up, so you get to school fresh and full of energy.
If your school’s too far away to walk, you can still try getting off the bus a stop or two early and walking the final bit – so you get the best of both worlds!
Best foot forward...
Chad from STARS explores the joys of walking to and from school.
Secrets to a great walk
Tip 1
Use Journey Planner to see how long your walk will take, or plan some different routes to try. Don’t forget to leave home a few minutes early, just in case.
Tip 2
As well as being quick, reliable and healthy, walking shows you the world in new and exciting ways. On every journey you’ll see things you never noticed before - so look around, and enjoy!
Tip 3
Worried it might be too far to walk? Just think about this: if your school is under one kilometre away, your walk could take less than 10 minutes!
Walking safely
Tip 1
Try to avoid walking when it’s dark outside. If you have to walk in the dark, stick to well-lit streets.
Tip 2
Always find a safe place to cross the road. Remember the Green Cross Code: Stop, Listen, Look and Think.
Tip 3
Distractions can be dangerous. Wherever you are, pay close attention to what’s going on around you. When you’re crossing the road, take off your earphones and put away your phone.
