- Follow posted speed limits; school zones have reduced speeds so drivers can safely stop to allow children to cross the street
- Avoid U-turns, backing up or making three-point turns
- Watch for vehicles, pedestrians, bikes, scooters and stopped school buses
- Obey crossing guards, stop signs and traffic signals
- If possible, walk or cycle to school with your child
- If you drive, park your vehicle and walk a block to the school to avoid the congested school zone and save time
- Obey all road signage and remember to park your vehicle:
- In permitted areas only
- A minimum of 10 feet or 3 metres away from a fire hydrant
- A minimum of 30 feet or 9 metres away from an intersection
- Within 6 inches or 15 centimetres of a curb
Visit york.ca/SafeAtSchool for more information about school safety from York Region Public Health.