Bicycle Network’s Ride2School program is building momentum, courtesy of a $200,000 partnership with RACV, which will benefit countless students over the coming two years.
The generous support will enable the delivery of the Ride2School Bike Ed program for primary school students in the northwest and southeast of Melbourne, equipping them with the skills and confidence to ride to school and lead active lifestyles.
“Learning to ride a bike safely encourages and empowers children to become physically active and Ride2School lays the foundation for lifelong healthy habits,” McCormack says.
Bicycle Network and RACV gathered at Doherty’s Creek P-9 College in Truganina in early September to launch the new Bike Ed program.
A special assembly was held and 175 students took part in bike education and skills sessions, while Dr Cranky’s Bicycle Hospital provided onsite maintenance and kept everything in running order.
RACV General Manager Mobility Julia Hunter says riding to school helps children get their recommended daily physical activity needs.
"Multiple studies have shown that riding to school leads to better attendance, grades, cognitive performance and classroom behaviour,” Hunter says.
"Ride2School’s Bike Ed is a Bicycle Network program that we’re excited to support as it equips students with new, valuable life skills that makes riding a real commuting option for families.”
To pledge your support for Ride2School, visit our fundraising page here.
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