Secondary school road safety

We support road safety education for young people in secondary school. This helps pupils understand risks, make safer choices and prepare for travelling independently or learning to drive. You can explore activities, advice and guidance through Road Safety Scotland’s Learning Zone.

Mechanimals S1-S6

Mechanimals is a learning programme that helps pupils build knowledge, skills and confidence to stay safe on the roads.

Road accidents are one of the main causes of accidental death for young people in Scotland. This programme focuses on helping those most at risk.

What pupils learn

S1-S3

Pupils learn how to make safe choices as pedestrians, spot and avoid hazards, stay focused and avoid distractions and understand their responsibilities when using the road

There are three lessons:

S1: Making safe decisions and avoiding hazards

S2: Staying focused and recognising distractions

S3: Understanding responsibilities and sharing the road safely

S4–S6

Pupils build on earlier learning and focus on staying safe in and around vehicles.

There are three lessons:

S4: Speaking up if something feels unsafe in a car

S5: Why wearing a seatbelt matters

S6: How passengers can distract drivers

Teaching resources

Each level includes ready-to-use lesson packs with a lesson overview, a PowerPoint presentation and supporting videos

Learn more

Visit the Learning Zone.

Get advice for new drivers and young drivers.