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Parking Instructions

Parking at Schools

There are a great deal of accidents that occur within different parking conditions normally due to the extra hazard of pedestrians.

However, the places you park your car can also cause serious hazards to other drivers.

Here are some instructions on how to park your car safely

Parking at Schools

If you have to use your vehicle to drop off or pick up your children from school, follow these simple rules:

	Do not park facing against the traffic flow
	Stop as close as you can to the side of the road
	Do not park your vehicle within 50 meters (165 feet) of the front of the school to allow for increased visibilty of children crossing
	Be sure to check your car mirrors before stopping to ensure you create no danger to other road users.
	You MUST switch off your car engine while waiting for your children, to reduce pollution.
	Children are less able to judge speeds of oncoming vehicles so are more likely to run into the road.
	Reduce your speed on approach and when leaving the school area.