Cycling Proficiency Scheme
The Cycling Proficiency Scheme (CPS) has operated in Northern Ireland schools for over 40 years, training more than 400,000 pupils. Early road safety education is crucial in keeping children safe on the roads. It helps develop their skills, increase their confidence as cyclists and identify risks they may come across on the roads.
What does the scheme teach children?
The CPS teaches children who can already ride a bicycle, how to do so more safely. It covers what to wear, bicycle maintenance and the rules of the road.
It also allows children to practice cycling manoeuvres in a safe environment. Manoeuvres include starting off, slowing down, stopping and parking, turning right and left, overtaking parked cars, passing side roads and carrying out emergency stops safely. The CPS also provides information on the different types of cycle routes available.
As well as the practical aspects, pupils must pass a theory test on relevant sections of the Highway Code.
article 24 (health and health services) Every child has the right to the best possible health. Governments must provide good quality health care, clean water, nutritious food, and a clean environment and education on health and well-being so that children can stay healthy. Richer countries must help poorer countries achieve this.
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