Walk to School Week is a great opportunity for young children to learn about the importance of physical activity, safety rules, and the environment.

Here are some ways to participate in Walk to School Week in an early years setting:

Organise Walks: Depending on the distance and safety of your local area, you can encourage parents to walk their children to school if feasible. If the distance is too great, perhaps they could park a short distance away from school and walk the rest of the way.

Storytime: Read stories about walking adventures to the children. These can help inspire excitement about walking and show them how much fun it can be.

Art Projects: Encourage children to draw or paint what they saw on their walk to school or during their walking activities.

Rewards: You can provide certificates or stickers to children who participate in the week’s activities, reinforcing the positive behaviours.

Walk to School Week is organized by Living Streets, a UK charity that promotes everyday walking.

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