Oliver Goldsmith Primary School Safety Scheme
We are proposing the introduction of a local school safety scheme in Coniston Gardens as part of Brent Council's broader initiative to enhance air quality, promote children's health, address the climate emergency, and create a safer environment for children to walk and cycle. The primary goal of this scheme is to encourage and support the adoption of greener and more active forms of transport.
Phases
Consultation - Oliver Goldsmith Primary School Safety
In alignment with the Council's commitment to improvements around schools in the borough, the implementation of School Streets is a key component of our strategy. These initiatives contribute not only to the immediate safety and well-being of children but also align with our broader objectives of fostering a healthier and more sustainable community. Through such measures, we aim to create a positive impact on air quality, promote physical activity, and mitigate the effects of the climate emergency.
What is a School Street?
A School Street is a term-time restriction of motorised traffic on a road by a school during the school’s pick-up and drop-off period. The scheme will operate from Monday to Friday (in term-time) from 8:15am to 9:15am in the morning and in the afternoon from 2:30pm to 4:00pm. School term dates can be found here: https://www.brent.gov.uk/services-for-residents/education-and-schools/term-dates/
Residents and blue-badge holders who live within the zone, and emergency vehicles will be exempt from these restrictions. The road also remains open to pedestrians and cyclists. The main principle is to make the route to school safer for pupils by reducing the volume of cars, reducing air pollution, and enabling more walking, and cycling.