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Walking Bus – useful resources

Additional resources and templates for starting up and running a Walking Bus.

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Satisfactory police checks must also be completed for all volunteers.

Contact us

For further information and advice about Walking Buses, contact the School Travel Plan team.

Documents
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Letter to parents/carers - template (212k)
Template for letters to parents/carers about setting up a new Walking Bus, recruiting volunteers and asking for input to the route.
Parents' questions and answers - template (118k)
Editable template of answers to frequently asked questions from parents.
Walking Bus meeting poster - template (400k)
Customise this poster to advertise a meeting for parents/carers about setting up a new Walking Bus.
Volunteer rota - template (190k)
Editable template for a Walking Bus volunteers' rota.
Walking Bus birthday card (112k)
Fill in and print out this card to celebrate your Walking Bus birthday.
Walking Bus walker certificate (187k)
This certificate can be printed out and awarded to children and volunteers who take part in a Walking Bus.
Walking Bus organiser tasks (29k)
Suggested list of tasks that a Walking Bus organiser may carry out.
Tabard suppliers (35k)
Contact details for suppliers of tabards and other reflective and fluorescent supplies.
Keeping the wheels turning (1) (51k)
Ideas to help keep children and volunteers motivated and keen – and your Walking Bus route as safe as it can be.
Keeping the wheels turning (2) (41k)
Ideas for Walking Bus Coordinators and Organisers. How to find and keep your volunteer helpers.
Pedometer Challenge (34k)
We’re inviting all our schools, particularly those with Walking Buses (WBs), to take part in a Challenge to support children’s and adults’ health, fitness – and competitive spirit! Contact us for a list of pedometer suppliers.
Walking Bus pupil contract - template (183k)
Editable contract to be sent out to parents/carers for pupils taking part in a Walking Bus.
Press release - template (110k)
Template for a press release to let your local paper know about a new Walking Bus in the area.
Local resident letter - template (29k)
Editable letter that can be sent out to local residents to let them know that a Walking Bus operates nearby and to be cautious when entering and exiting their property.
Walking Bus junior helper labels (44k)
Editable template of stickers or badges that can be given to junior Walking Bus helpers.
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