The term started with a bang as all our year 8s completed five days of brilliant Bikeability training.

It is really hard to put into words how fantastic this year’s Bikeability was and it is one of the highlights of our sporting calendar.  Every year we are always so impressed with our students and this year was no different with everyone    excelling far beyond what we could ever have hoped for!  Every child in year 8   accessed some form of Bikeability, be it trying out different adapted bikes, accessing the equipment with greater independence, gaining confidence to try alternative bikes without adult support, learning to ride a two-wheeler on site, or cycling 4 miles on the road! 

Some students who had never ridden a two wheeler before, were (after just a couple of days – in the pouring rain I may add!) cycling independently!  Every child has created their own successes and this week will be remembered and celebrated for a long time!  Congratulations!!!

The weather was not kind to our superstars, but they continued their training with determination and resilience.  When asked if they would recommend Bikeability to others, they gave a resounding yes! They would definitely recommend to other people!

Here are a few quotes where our students explain what they enjoyed most…

I enjoyed learning how to do it properly on the road

I enjoyed doing my hand signals on a busy road

I enjoyed going on a couple of different bikes. I tried loads of two wheelers!

I really liked when I was on the 2 wheeler bike and when I was learning how to signal (a new rider!)

I loved going out on the road with my friends

Having a laugh with instructors while we were cycling!

I enjoyed doing the hand signals

I liked learning how to do the signal

I enjoyed that I finally know how to balance on a bike now.

I loved learning how to ride a bike

We really are very proud of every single one of you!!!