Westfield Primary School becomes a sustainable travel star

By Tim Lethaby

10th Oct 2019 | Local News

Westfield Primary School (Photo: Google Street View)
Westfield Primary School (Photo: Google Street View)

Westfield Primary School has become a sustainable travel star and clinched a top award for reducing the number of cars being used on the school run and encouraging healthy lifestyles.

Modeshift STARS recognises and rewards schools that have shown excellence in promoting walking, cycling and other forms of travelling sustainably.

Since 2017, 22 schools across Bath and North East Somerset have achieved bronze, silver or gold Modeshift STARS Awards with seven more being awarded this summer.

Councillor Joanna Wright, joint cabinet member for Transport Services, said: "I am delighted that so many schools have already been able to achieve Modeshift STARS awards this year.

"Any schools not currently taking part in Modeshift STARS but who would like to gain recognition for supporting sustainable travel should get in touch with our school travel plan officer."

Westfield Primary School has now achieved its first bronze award in the scheme.

Councillor Sarah Warren, cabinet member for climate emergency, said: "The climate emergency needs a wide ranging approach to tackle the problems that we face.

"Parents and school staff are leading the way in changing behaviour and the way that we travel, and the growing number of schools achieving awards is evidence of their commitment to a healthier future."

     

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