National Ride to
School Day
Heathmont East Primary School
National Ride2School Day 2026
When: Friday 20 March 2026
We are encouraging our HEPS students to participate in National Ride2School Day on Friday 20 March 2026 and help build healthy habits, independence and confidence on the journey to school.
Why Ride2School?
Builds healthy habits through a fun community experience National Ride2School Day brings school communities together in a colourful, positive day where students, teachers and families celebrate riding and walking together. These enjoyable experiences help normalise active travel and encourage children and families to continue walking, riding or scooting beyond the event.
Kids need active travel more than ever New national research (Australian School Travel Survey 2025) shows most Australian children now travel to school by car. 61% of school trips are made by private vehicle, while only 21% involve walking or riding. Even children living within one kilometre of school are often driven. National Ride2School Day helps make active travel normal again.
An easy way to reach daily physical activity Children should get at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day. Walking or riding to school is a simple way to achieve this as part of their daily routine.
Builds independence and confidence Walking, riding or scooting to school helps children develop road awareness, resilience and decision-making skills while feeling more capable in their community.
Improves focus and learning Students who are active before school arrive more alert and ready to learn, supporting better classroom engagement throughout the morning.
Creates safer school environments More students travelling actively means fewer cars at the school gate, improving safety and reducing congestion for everyone.
REMEMBER: PART WAY IS OK!!
WALK, RIDE, SCOOT OR SKATE WITH YOUR MATE!
