Road safety show a hit with Bracknell schools

Pete Ashby’s Road Safety Show successfully toured nursery and infant schools in and around Bracknell between 20-30 April. The tour was organised by Bracknell Forest road safety team.

"The show comprises a blend of magic that is used as a vehicle to get across serious road safety messages in a fun and interactive way," says Chris Pickett, road safety officer. "The main messages include holding hands with a grown up at all times, using child safety seats and seat belts in vehicles, and the Green Cross Code."

The road show presenter Louis Taylor uses characters called Chadwick the Chimp, Billy Beacon and - for older children - Mr Rocco. The children in the audience have an interactive role throughout the show.

A more comprehensive show for older children involves the children in the use of safe crossing places - Mr Rocco the racoon plays an important part in this.

The road show is a first for Bracknell Forest Council and compliments the other work being carried out by the council's road safety team. According to Chris Pickett, all the participating schools were very impressed with the show.

For further information contact Chris Pickett on 01344 351212 or chris.pickett@bracknell-forest.gov.uk