Ladywell headteacher praises scheme to make school roads safer
Road closures will help to reduce road danger around schools. Pic: Call Me Fred
The head of a Ladywell Primary school participating in a Lewisham council initiative that closes roads at drop-off and pick-up times has applauded the scheme, saying it will safeguard the streets near the school.
Head of Prendergast Primary School, Vivien Nicholls, said the school street scheme – currently used by 26 schools in the borough will alleviate fears surrounding the school environment. Nicholls said: “We were really pleased that this initiative is going ahead as we have become increasingly concerned over road safety and air pollution around our school.”