London Borough of Enfield

George Spicer Primary School

Gold accredited

TfL Pioneers Challenge

TfL Pioneers Challenge

About this activity

Suitable for all Secondary School Pupils (KS3-KS5)

NB: We’re bringing together all the TfL education programmes, including STARS, under one exciting new umbrella programme called TfL Travel for Life. They will be the same great programmes but with a new name and a new look, easier online process and dedicated support team. STARS for primary schools will be renamed TfL Explorers. STARS for secondary schools will be renamed TfL Pioneers.

TfL Pioneers Challenge is a free programme designed to reduce car usage and to equip young people aged 11 to 18 with the skills and confidence to lead their peers and influence parents in tackling travel issues in their school community. There are 3 core objectives:

  • ACTIVE: Raise awareness of the environmental, health and wellbeing benefits of Active Travel and encourage more students to walk, scoot or cycle.
  • RESPONSIBLE: Encourage responsible and respectful use of the transport network.
  • SAFE: Increase awareness of safety when travelling around London.

TfL Pioneers Challenge is an ideal opportunity for any student wishing to increase their confidence and gain experience of presenting as part of a small supportive group of their peers.  We recommend a group of 6 – 12 students which can be from any year group in the school and can sometimes work well as a mixed age group.

TfL Pioneers Challenge can fit well into the agenda of Eco Clubs, Green Societies and School Councils. However, it can also be ideal for students who have not had an opportunity to shine in other areas of their school life.

This is a free programme to all participating Secondary Schools.

Activity steps

1
Get started
Contact your Borough Officer to find out about your eligibility for TfL Pioneers Challenge. Please note that places are limited . Minimum requirement is for a school be currently registered and/or engaged with TfL Travel for Life.
2
Confirmation
Await confirmation that your school has been given a place on TfL Pioneers Challenge for this academic year 21/22. A member of the TfL Travel for Life team will arrange the dates for the TfL Pioneers Challenge sessions.
3
Prepare
Prepare for the sessions by exploring the resources provided within the links section of this card. Identify your TfL Pioneers Challenge team and your teacher lead for the TfL Pioneers Challenge sessions. Please keep your school champion updated.
4
Get active
Use your TfL Pioneers Challenge training to deliver the TfL Pioneers Challenge to your whole school community via assemblies, form time presentations and other activities.
5
Wider Opportunities
Attend the webinars to share your experiences, and to learn more about the SSAT Student Leadership Accreditation.
6
Tell your story
Feedback to your borough officer and your School Champion coordinator and add your story to the TfL Travel for Life website.

Tags

  • Walking
  • Cycling
  • Independent travel

This activity counts towards:

  • Travel activity

How it helps

  • A healthier school community and lower car use
  • Increased awareness of safety when travelling
  • TfL Travel for Life recognition
  • Recognition for students: Bronze Certificate(SSAT)