Devon County Councils successful child pedestrian safety training for primary schoolchildren has received additional funding from Vision Zero South West to continue through to March 2028.
Walkability” child pedestrian training launched last year, and more than 4,070 pupils from 48 schools in Exeter, North Devon and the surrounding area have so far taken part in the current pilot, which is delivered by Active Devon on behalf of Devon County Council and funded by Vision Zero South West.
With the pilot due to be completed in March 2026, the £100,000 funding allocation will extend the scheme for another two years.
This will enable a further 9,000 children aged between seven and 11 years old (in school years three to six) will be able to take part in the free training programme.
The programme covers a range of essential road safety topics through theory and practical sessions. Children gain an understanding of road signs and what they mean, how to identify safe routes to cross and navigate road crossings. They are also taught the Green Cross Code and the benefits of walking.
Across the Vision Zero South West area, pedestrian casualties (all severities) aged up to 19 years old have increased from 104 children in 2020 to 116 in 2024.
To find out more or to book Walkability training visit https://activedevon.org/walkability/ You can also contact Active Devon on 01392 925150 or email walkability@activedevon.org.
Schools and children are encouraged to participate in two free events hosted by road safety charity BRAKE. Road Safety Week 16 to 22 November 2025 and Beep Beep! Days Wednesday 18 March 2026. Please complete the following short survey afterwards.
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