In the 1970’s, 80% of school children were active on the way to school. Today, only 20% experience the joy of getting fresh air on the school journey.
To provide a regular opportunity to go riding, away from traffic and with an element of supervision, the school has prepared a circuit track around the fence and boundary areas of the oval. Boyne Smelters provided $5,000 towards the creation of the space.
There is an extra degree of risk associated with bike riding, (you can fall off a bike) compared to walking, but we believe it is within acceptable normal childhood experiences and no more than playing a team based sport on the oval.
Students in Years 4 to 6 are able to use the designated oval and playground areas with their bike at play times.