Bikeability Scotland
inc. Learn to Ride & Play on Pedals

Bikeability Scotland is the national cycle training programme for school children, supporting the next generation of confident responsible road users. ELC Outdoor Learning Service offer free Instructor time to deliver programmes tailored to all local authority primary schools.

The on road cycle programme is delivered over several sessions/days lasting between 5-7 hours, depending on class and year group size.  

Children are encouraged to bring their own bike and helmet. If a child's bike is considered unsafe, such as one working brake or loose handlebars, pool bikes and helmets are available.  Where suitable, an Instructor may carry out a repair, such as adjust a brake, tighten headsets or repair a puncture, informing the child what has been carried out to make it safe to use.

• bike safety check video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ay7KNjEIfs0

Experiences and Outcomes associated with Bikeability Scotland include:

• I am learning to assess and manage risk, to protect myself and others, and to reduce the potential for harm when possible. HWB 2-16a

• I know and can demonstrate how to travel safely. HWB 2-18a

If you are keen to create a sustainable approach, perhaps as part of your Eco-Schools status, Active Travel or Learning for Sustainability plans, Bikeability Scotland Instructor training is available free to schools, and can be incorporated in to your programme. Courses are regularly added to the Outdoor Learning training calendar.

Ask about Play on Pedals too...

To book:

1. Availability at the end of this page

2. Complete a Bikeability Scotland REQUEST FORM 2026-27

3. Complete a Learn to Ride REQUEST FORM

4. EVOLVE – this planning and approval form must be started as soon as your booking is confirmed and submitted well in advance of the activities. All activities are covered by the ELC OLS risk assessments as an external provider. Start the form now – here

5. Example letter to Parents - please download and update as necessary here

6. Essential Information form 

7. Learn to ride sessions - adult and family sessions run Cycling UK's Cycling Development Officer, and primary school sessions run by Outdoor Learning 

8. Further information background is available here:

   1. • Parents' Guide

      • Level 2 Rider's Guide

Feedback:

‘I have got nothing but positive feedback for you and your team – myself and the staff have really appreciated your guidance and flexibility in how everything has been delivered and your support has been gratefully received by all and has boosted all of our confidence in delivering the programme.
Thanks all! 😊 ‘- Quote from an East Lothian Primary School