TFL Travel For Life

In 2019, Langtons Junior Academy was awarded Gold Accreditation under the STARS scheme. We are proud to say we have been able to retain our Gold Accreditation status since then, most recently in October 2023.  This accreditation will remain valid until 2026.

TFL STARS has now been rebranded to become TFL Travel for Life. Whilst there may some changes to the current scheme, the main message remains the same, to promote safe, active and sustainable travel for all members of the Langtons Junior Academy community.

As a school we recognise the importance of healthy, sustainable travel both now and in the future. The benefits of this are not just for the pupils and staff of our school, but for the local community and area as well. By encouraging more use of these travel methods, we can help improve health for future generations and reduce the impact of pollution caused by our travel choices, on our planet.

Our school keywords are: Respect, Responsibility, Resilience.

We believe our travel plan shows :

RESPECT - for ourselves by encouraging healthy travel choices

RESPONSIBILITY - for the wider community by promoting travel choices that have a better outcome for our planet

RESILIENCE - by encouraging all members of our school community to persevere in their better travel choices, even though sometimes it might be difficult for example; we might need to learn a new skill, such as riding a bicycle.

We recognise that as a school we need to continue to develop new opportunities to encourage all members of our community to make better travel choices. To that end, we intend to introduce new initiatives, such as a Bike Club, run by staff. We also hope to work closely with Langtons Infant School, to deliver a joint, co-ordinated message about safer and more sustainable travel, to all students, parents and staff at both schools.

To promote healthy habits, reduce traffic congestion, and minimise air pollution, we kindly request that parents and carers consider more active or sustainable methods when dropping off or picking up children from school. Whenever possible, please choose walking, scooting, cycling, or using public transport as your preferred travel option.

If you must drive, please ensure that you:

Park Legally: Follow all parking rules and restrictions.

Park Safely: Use proper parking spaces and avoid obstructing traffic flow.

Do Not Block Driveways: Avoid blocking school entrances or residents’ driveways.

Prioritise Pedestrians and Vulnerable Road Users: Be mindful that pedestrians and vulnerable road users should take priority, as outlined in the Highway Code.

Switch Off Your Engine: When you are stationary please remember to switch off your engine.

We ask you to be kind and considerate to our neighbours, treating their homes and streets as you would want yours to be treated. Please do not park on driveways or create obstructions. Your cooperation is essential in maintaining a safer, cleaner, and more respectful environment for everyone in our community.

Thank you for your continued support!

We will be taking part in Road Safety Week again this year. The focus this year is on what happens to people after an accident - who is there to offer support? what support is available?

Watch this space for information about what we will be doing here at Langtons Junior Academy to raise awareness.