This webpage provides key information for residents, parents and carers as the School Streets scheme is introduced. The scheme will help improve safety and promote active travel during school drop-off and pick-up times.

What is a School Street?

A School Street is a road outside a school that is temporarily closed to most vehicles at school drop-off and pick-up times during term time.

This helps to:

  • Improve safety by reducing danger
  • Improve air quality
  • Encourage active travel
  • Reduce congestion and inconsiderate parking

Only certain vehicles are allowed access during the restricted times (see exemptions below).

Who can still access the School Street zone?

Exempt vehicles include:

  • Residents with valid School Street permits
  • Blue Badge holders
  • School buses and school transport
  • Public transport and taxis serving the restricted area
  • Emergency services and healthcare workers
  • Utilities and tradespeople working in the area
  • Postal and delivery services

Depending on the school, there may be an allowance for school staff to travel through the restriction to access the site.

Residents will receive information on how to apply for a School Streets Pass. These must be clearly displayed in any vehicle accessing the zone during restrictions.

When will restrictions apply?

School Streets operate:

  • Monday to Friday during school term time only
  • At school drop-off and pick-up times
  • Times will be shown on road signs at the entrance to the School Street zone

There are no restrictions during weekends or school holidays.

Our current School Street Schemes:

Victoria C.P

Times of operation:
8.30-9.15am
2.30-3.30pm

Can I still drive on a School Street?

Only if you qualify for an exemption (see above). Most drivers will not be allowed access during restricted times.

Where can I park to drop off my child?

We encourage families to walk, cycle or scoot where possible. If you must drive, consider a ‘park and stride’ approach – parking a short distance away and walking the rest. If you’ve small children, consider a 5-10 minute walk, older children 10+ minute walk. 

What if I need more than one vehicle School Street Pass?

Contact the Road Safety Team. You’ll need to provide proof that the additional vehicle is registered to your address.

What about visitors or family who drop off my child?

Let them know about the School Street zone and encourage them to visit outside restricted times or use active travel.

How will the scheme be enforced?

Driving into a School Street without a valid exemption may be a moving traffic offence. North Wales Police currently enforce these rules.

Is the scheme permanent?

School Streets are being introduced as a trial under an Experimental Traffic Regulation Order (ETRO). The scheme will be reviewed, and feedback will help decide whether it becomes permanent.

Contact the road safety team

School Streets team – road safety unit

road.safety@wrexham.gov.uk