Traffic Management & Student Safety 

Dear Parents and Carers,

The safety of our students is a shared responsibility, and we ask all families to support Lalor Secondary College in maintaining a safe, orderly and respectful environment during the busy morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up periods.

With a large number of students arriving and departing at similar times, traffic congestion can create significant risks for pedestrians and motorists. By following the College’s Traffic Management Plan and demonstrating courtesy towards other families, staff and local residents, we can help ensure every student arrives at and leaves school safely.

Please observe the following important safety requirements:

Use designated drop-off and pick-up areas

Designated student drop-off and pick-up areas are located along Dalton Road and David Street. Please use these areas and follow all street signage and traffic directions. Avoid stopping in unsafe locations or creating congestion that forces students to cross between vehicles or enter the roadway unexpectedly. This is particularly challenging along David Street opposite the main entry. Student drop off should never occur in this area without parking.

Keep pedestrian access safe

Students must use designated pedestrian pathways and crossings wherever possible. Please remind your child to remain alert near moving vehicles, follow the directions of crossing supervisors and wait for a safe opportunity to cross the road. Crossing supervisors use lollipop signs, flags and high-visibility clothing to help protect students during peak traffic periods.

Parents and carers are asked to remain patient and allow students to use designated crossing points safely. Never encourage a student to cross between stationary or moving vehicles simply to save time.

Respect school gates and car park restrictions

The College has implemented specific gate and car park arrangements to minimise the risk of interactions between vehicles and students. The Gate 3 staff car park on David Street is locked between 8.00 am and 9.00 am to prevent it being used as a morning drop-off point. It closes automatically at 2.45 pm to reduce risks associated with student departures.

Staff car parks at Gates 1, 4 and 5 are not available for general parent drop-off or pick-up. Please do not enter restricted car parks, drive through closed gates or attempt to use staff access points as shortcuts. The driveway entries to these carparks should not be blocked by parent vehicles and parents should be aware of staff entering and leaving these access points.

Drive slowly and remain patient

Please observe all posted speed limits and traffic signage. Within the College grounds, the designated vehicle speed limit is 10 km/h. Allow additional time for your journey, remain alert to students and other pedestrians, and avoid hurried manoeuvres, illegal stopping or parking that obstructs visibility and access.

Model courtesy and respect

Our students learn from the behaviour of the adults around them. Please demonstrate patience, follow the directions of traffic supervisors and treat other motorists, pedestrians and College staff respectfully. A courteous approach reduces tension, improves traffic flow and reinforces the respectful behaviour we expect from our students.

Ultimately, no appointment, meeting or journey is more important than a student's safety. A few additional minutes of patience and consideration can prevent a serious incident and make a meaningful difference to the safety of our College community.

We thank all parents and carers for their cooperation and continued support. By working together, we can ensure Lalor Secondary College remains a safe, respectful and welcoming environment for every student.

Student safety comes first. Please drive carefully, follow the signs and show courtesy to everyone in our school community.

Kind regards,

Corey Jewell

College Principal