The RSGB Academy has launched a new training course designed to help road safety practitioners deliver engaging, effective and evidence-informed road safety education within schools and other learning environments.
The new Road Safety Delivery in an Educational Setting course has been developed to support practitioners with the knowledge, confidence and practical skills needed to plan and deliver age-appropriate road safety education that reflects how children and young people learn and develop.
The course explores the relationship between child development and road safety learning, helping practitioners understand how children perceive risk and make decisions at different stages of their development. Participants will gain practical strategies for creating engaging learning experiences that encourage safer behaviours.
Key learning outcomes include:
- Understanding the developmental stages of children and young people and how these influence road safety learning.
- Planning and delivering age-appropriate, engaging road safety sessions.
- Using effective teaching strategies and resources.
- Managing group dynamics and maintaining safety during practical activities.
- Reflecting on practice to improve the impact of future sessions.
The course also focuses on creating inclusive learning environments and encourages practitioners to continually evaluate and adapt their teaching to maximise its effectiveness.
Rhian Hughes, director of RSGB Academy, said: “As road safety professionals, we all want the education we deliver to make a genuine difference. Understanding how children and young people learn and respond to the messages we deliver is key.
“This new course gives practitioners the confidence and practical tools to deliver the foundations of lifelong learning.”
The programme will be delivered by Kate Castle, Senior Road Safety Officer at Warwickshire County Council.
A qualified teacher, Kate has extensive experience working across early years, primary and SEND settings. She led the transformation of road safety education across primary schools in Warwickshire following commencement in her role in 2017, designing and implementing evidence-based interventions informed by data, research and partnership working.
Kate combines a strong educational background with practical road safety expertise, providing delegates with real-world examples and proven approaches to delivering effective road safety education. She holds a BA (Hons) in Social and Community Studies from Solent University and a PGCert in Education from Manchester Metropolitan University.
Commenting on the launch, Kate Castle said: “It is a real privilege to have been approached by Road Safety GB to develop and deliver this course.
“Having worked in education throughout my career, I am passionate about making road safety education accessible, engaging and meaningful. I hope this course will help practitioners feel confident in delivering educational interventions that support safer road user behaviours.”
Rhian Hughes added: “We are excited to welcome Kate Castle as a new trainer to the RSGB Academy team and we will all benefit from her extensive experience in both education and road safety practice.”
The launch comes as the UK Government’s new Road Safety Strategy places renewed emphasis on education as a cornerstone of improving road safety outcomes. The strategy commits to supporting a lifelong learning approach, recognising that road safety education should begin in childhood and continue throughout every stage of life. It also sets out plans to publish national guidance on road safety education, training and publicity, alongside a practical manual to support delivery.
The Road Safety Delivery in an Educational Setting course aligns closely with these ambitions by helping practitioners deliver high-quality, evidence-informed education in schools.
Places on Road Safety Delivery in an Educational Setting are now available through the Road Safety GB Academy. The first running of the course takes place on 24 September, click here to register.
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