Cycling Proficiency 

Mrs Innocenzi and Mrs Murray run the schools Cycling Proficiency Scheme in the Summer Term every other year to pupils in Primary 6 and 7 in the school playground. 

 

The CPS teaches children who can already ride a bicycle, how to do so more safely. It covers what to wear, bicycle maintenance and the rules of the road. 

 

It also allows children to practice cycling manoeuvres in a safe environment. Manoeuvres include starting off, slowing down, stopping and parking, turning right and left, overtaking parked cars, passing side roads and carrying out emergency stops safely. The CPS also provides information on the different types of cycle routes available. 

 

As well as the practical aspects, pupils must pass a theory test on relevant sections of the Highway Code.