As Road Safety Week approaches this November, Shotley Bridge Nursery school is proud to shine a light on the ways we weave important life skills into our everyday curriculum – starting with the big, wide, wonder-filled world right outside our doors.
At Shotley Bridge nursery school we believe children learn best when their natural intrigue is nurtured. That’s why our approach to early years education is built around real-life experiences that help children understand the world in meaningful, age-appropriate ways. Road safety is just one example.
During our daily outings, our little learners engage in practical road safety opportunities that are both fun and informative. Our much-loved road safety song “Stop, Look and Listen” is central to the experience, influenced by our Communication Ambassador and Pre-School Room Leader, Ms Thornton. Songs allow key messages to stick in the early years because of the structure, repetition, rhythm and melody. Songs engage multiple brain pathways simultaneously, aiding in the formation of strong connections that enhance memory, language and cognition skills, allowing information retention to occur. “Stop, look and listen” makes the learning memorable and accessible to all young children – even those without verbal skills can engage in actions, follow body language and above all; engage in eye contact and social interaction to embed the skills.
From singing the song to practicing how to stand safely behind the curb and check for traffic, these routines help children build confidence, awareness, and responsibility. By embedding these lessons into daily life, we are not just teaching children how to cross the road, we are helping them develop a lifelong understanding of safety, mindfulness, and independence.
Come and see how we are making a difference in early education, one step (and safe crossing!) at a time.
Shotley Bridge Nursery School – where curiosity leads the way, and every moment is an opportunity to embrace the wonder!
