We’re on a mission to make the streets around our schools in Essex safer, greener and healthier. We recognise that some children will always need to be driven but we want to support those who choose to walk, cycle or wheel. As well as helping to reduce air pollution and traffic congestion, the benefits of active travel include increased physical and mental fitness and a reduction in stress and anxiety. More details are available on Safer, Greener, Healthier Essex
There are a number of initiatives and activities we can help you with, email travelplanteam@essex.gov.uk to get in touch. Working together, we can make a difference.
School travel plans
We offer free support to help all Essex schools develop their own bespoke, context-specific plan that meets their needs and encourages active travel. We can also work with you to achieve becoming Modeshift STARS accredited.
Email travelplanteam@essex.gov.uk or call 0333 013 9390.
Bikeability cycle training
Bikeability is a cycle training programme which provides children with the skills, knowledge and understanding to cycle safely on the roads. Best of all, it provides them with the confidence for all kinds of cycling in the future. Our fully-qualified cycling instructors can come to your school and deliver training - from basic cycling skills to advanced cycling.
For more details visit Bikeability, Safer, Greener, Healthier Essex or email cycletraining@essex.gov.uk.
Electric vehicle charging points
Schools and educational institutions are eligible for a grant towards the cost of purchasing and installing electric vehicle (EV) charge points, including infrastructure.
You can find details, including eligibility (up to 75% off the cost, conditions apply) and the application form via Workplace Charging Scheme for state-funded education institutions – GOV.UK.
Schools can also explore independent funding. Many charge point operators (CPOs) offer support for schools installing EV charge points – a quick online search will bring up current offers.
Active, healthy schools
Active Essex have produced an Active Travel Toolkit which offers guidance to schools on promoting active travel.
Air quality
Explore, learn and understand more about air quality and why it matters. The Essex Air Quality Consortium is working to make the air we breathe in Essex cleaner and healthier. The Essex Air School Zone can help you and your students learn more about air pollution and what can be done to tackle it.