How School Streets work
A School Street is a pedestrian and cycle only area at set times during the school term. Vehicles must not enter the area unless they have an exemption.
Emergency service vehicles, school buses, utility providers attending emergencies, postal services and waste vehicles are automatically exempt.
Vehicle restrictions apply at drop-off and pick-up times on school days and are not in place during school holidays or weekends.
School Streets have signs to warn drivers and tell them the operating times.
School Street enforcement
Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras will be used to capture vehicles entering a School Street during operational hours.
There will be a 6 month warning period when School Streets start so road users have time to get used to the new system.
The first time a driver enters a School Street without an exemption, they will get a warning notice.
After getting this notice or once the 6 month warning period is over, drivers who do not follow the rules will receive a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN).
Parking in a School Street during restricted times
If you're already legally parked within a School Street before the start of the operating time, you can stay parked or exit the street without being issued a PCN.
You will not be able to enter the street and access parking areas during operating times unless you have an exemption.
School Street exemptions
You can apply for a School Street exemption online if you meet the criteria.