The Modeshift STARS programme, supported by 80 local authorities nationwide, aims to encourage healthier, safer, and more active daily journeys to school. Schools participating in the programme develop travel plans to reduce reliance on private vehicles, promoting alternatives such as walking, cycling, public transport, and Park and Stride initiatives.
As early adopters of the School Streets scheme in Medway, both St Peter's and Miers Court have actively promoted sustainable travel through various initiatives. These include the national Living Streets WOW challenge, alongside local efforts like the Little Trekkers and Walkin’ N Wheelin’ challenges, all contributing to their accreditation.
Beyond classroom activities, students have enhanced their road safety knowledge through lessons delivered by the local Road Safety Team. This comprehensive approach ensures that safety is integrated both inside and outside the school environment.
“"Congratulations to both schools on their fantastic achievement, which promotes healthy and sustainable travel habits, as well as supporting our ambitions as a council to reduce congestion, improve air quality and make school travel safer. I hope this inspires other schools in the area to further develop their active travel plans, with the aim of achieving their own Modeshift STARS Accreditation. Once again, congratulations to St Peter’s Infant School and Miers Court Primary School on their fantastic achievements, making sure that every day is a safe school day."
To commemorate their success, both schools were presented with a certificate and a banner.
