Today I managed to sign our school up to a free trial of Bikeability.  Bikeability is a brand new national cycling award
scheme for Years 5 and 6 which before long will have thousands of children whizzing about
on their bikes and pedalling their way to success.

Bikeability is ‘Cycling Proficiency’ for the 21st century designed to give children the skills and confidence to cycle
safely in and around today’s modern roads and environment.  But it’s not just about teaching kids to ride a bike.
Bikeability has been introduced to help make cycling an everyday activity, an alternative mode of transport, a way to
keep healthy and above all lots of fun!

12 children will have 8 hours of cycling proficiency, 2 hours in the playground followed by 6 hours on the road.  Each child will also learn how to check that their bike is safe and receive a helmet from Warrington authority.

It’s currently only being trialled in a few areas, but is going to be rolled out across England soon.  You can signup for the latest news and information, including details of when it is available in your area, from the website.

Link: http://www.bikeability.org.uk/