On Friday 19th November 2021, the Police visited Milton Abbot School to talk about road safety, as part of “Brake” Road Safety Week”.
“The Police were represented by a Community Support Officer and a Police Officer, plus two members of Milton Abbot Speedwatch Volunteer Team.
Working together the four presented an Assembly for the whole school, with a presentation on Road Safety, traffic speed, its dangers, the need to be visible and keep safe when walking or cycling. There was time for a lively question-and-answer session.
Following the Assembly, the whole school went into the playground and the pupils took turns in having a go with the “Radar Gun”. This involved taking turns to use the gun whilst another pupil ran towards it. There was an element of competition to see who in each class could record the fastest run. Additionally, every pupil also had the chance to see the Police car with all its equipment; lights, siren, radio, stinger, etc.
It was evident that the School enjoyed the session, whilst conveying in a constructive way the serious message of road safety and the dangers speeding traffic presents today.”
Milton Abbot Speed & Road Safety 