Safe School Speeds

Update December 2022

Safe School Speeds Zone is a pilot programme that AT is trialling with a number of schools around Auckland. The programme sees temporary measures introduced around a school before any long-term solutions are implemented. The changes are designed to increase safety outside schools, reduce the speed of vehicles and encourage more students and their families to walk and cycle to and from school each day.

In June 2021, AT installed temporary safety interventions around Glenfield School. This included vibrant colours and materials that act as an effective visual indicator to motorists that they are entering an area with lots of people moving around.

The results of the trial have demonstrated safer speeds around the school, and improved levels of safety for students and other members of the community. Based on the results, AT has decided to proceed towards a permanent solution.

What changes were included in the trial?

The following changes were made in the trial and will become the basis for the permanent design.

  • School zone markings, flexible bollards as well as speed cushion pads which act as a visual prompt to drivers that they are entering a slow speed area
  • A drop-off and pick-up zone inside the Glenfield Primary School carpark indicated by a purple painted kerb and signage
  • Painted road art with a unique theme chosen by Glenfield Primary School which will help emphasise the presence of school children in the area
  • Pedestrian wayfinding street art chosen by Glenfield Primary School to help direct the flow of foot traffic, particularly when children are arriving and leaving
  • A sign installed by the bend in Chivalry Road, to encourage pedestrians to use the zebra crossing outside the school.

Next Steps:

Based on a review of this feedback and observations, we have decided to proceed towards a permanent solution. We have completed some speed counts in April 2022, to test whether the changes have been successful in slowing traffic through this area. A summary of speed results are available in the document section to download.

Auckland Transport will engage with the community before any permanent changes are implemented, through mail outs, drop-in sessions, and site meetings

Please provide feedback on this project by emailing atengagement@at.govt.nz