Pupils Take Action on Speeding Drivers

Community-minded pupils from Ormsgill School who are part of this year’s Mini Police team have taken to the streets to help tackle speeding drivers and promote road safety.

The primary school pupils worked with Police Community Support Officer Michelle Jones on the A590 at Park Road, where they carried out speed checks on passing vehicles using a laser speed gun. Drivers travelling within the speed limit were rewarded with a green thumbs-up while those exceeding the limit were shown a red thumbs-down.

The initiative aims to raise awareness of road safety and deliver a strong visual message to motorists, particularly in areas close to schools.

Headteacher Mick Cull said the project plays an important role in educating drivers as well as developing pupils’ wider skills.

“This initiative is about keeping our community safe, especially around school zones, while also giving our pupils the opportunity to develop confidence, leadership skills and strong community links,” he said. “The Mini Police act as positive role models and take great pride in making a difference.”

As part of their wider Mini Police duties, the pupils have also led school assemblies on fire safety around Bonfire Night, organised community litter picks and supported local events. They have learnt about some of the work the police do and how they help to keep us safe and visited the fire station where they learned about other emergency services. 

The school, which is part of South Cumbria Multi-Academy Trust, has been involved in the Mini Police project for the past eight years helping to encourage responsible behaviour and strengthening relationships between pupils and the wider community.

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