Walk Safely To School Day

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2023 Date19 May 2023
Walk Safely To School Day

Walk Safely To School Day History

Walk Safely To School Day is dedicated to promoting Road Safety, Health, and Public Transportation. This day also encourages Primary School children to walk and commute safely to school. The NSW Government estimates that over one million kids walk to and from school each day. Walk Safely To School Day was established by the Pedestrian Council of Australia in 1999, and has been held each year.

Walk Safely To School Day Facts

  • In 2022, Walk Safely To School Day will celebrate its 23rd year increasing awareness for road safety and better health for kids.
  • Children who walk to school tend to show benefits such as:
    1) Improved Test Scores
    2) Fewer Sick Days
    3) Improved Sleep
  • Research has shown that children who walk, skateboard, or bike to school when they are young tend to keep it up as they get older.

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