To celebrate 'Walk to School Week' we all put on our funkiest footwear for Funky Footwear Friday!

Every pupil was encouraged to walk to school and each class counted the number of pupils who walked to and from school each day.

The results were counted and the winning class, Mrs Murphy's class won the Golden Boot Award.

Of course walking to school should be part of every child's daily life, not only does it keep you fit and healthy but it is a great way to think through your thoughts as you walk or chat to a friend on the way!

• Get to know your neighbours Research has shown that people living on quiet roads know more of their neighbours than people living on busy streets.
• Respect your streets People are less likely to litter their own backyard. Walking to school regularly gives children a "sense of place", meaning they are less likely to litter or allow dog fouling - making the streets better for everyone!
• Find a better way to walk Do you walk "as the car drives"? Why not explore the area to see if there is a better way to school, avoiding busy m,ain roads and using quiter side roads and footpaths instead?
• Get to know your neighbourhood Developing a mental map of the area is an important part of growing up and gaining confidence in an area - very important when travelling alone in later life.
• Practice life skills Use the walk to school to practice skills like crossing the road safely, using local shops or posting letters.

For more information visit the Walk to School website

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