Dear Parents/Carers,

It is so nice to see so many children getting active in the morning and travelling to school by walking, riding a bike, or using a scooter. It is lovely to see the bike parking station full with bikes and scooters on a daily basis.

However, it has been brought to my attention that some children are travelling to school on e-scooters, which are illegal to use on public roads and pavements. Please read the important information below:

• It is illegal to use privately owned e-scooters on public roads, pavements, cycle lanes, or parks.
• Under the Road Traffic Act 1988, e-scooters are classified as motor vehicles. This means they would require:
  • Insurance
  • Tax
  • Registration
  • Lights
  • Compliance with construction standards
    Most e-scooters cannot meet these requirements.
• They can only be ridden on private land with the landowner’s permission.

Riding a private e-scooter in public can result in:

• A £300 fine
• 6 penalty points on your driving licence
• Seizure of the scooter by police

If your child is travelling to school on a bike or a regular scooter, please ensure they are wearing a helmet for their safety.

Thank you for your support in keeping our children safe. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the school office.

Kind regards,
Mrs Black

Acting Headteacher