As a school we encourage the independence of our older pupils. Walking to school alone or with friends is an exciting prospect for the children, but road safety is a hugely important skill for the children to master. There is lots of excellent information available online to help parents with this transition and even helpful as a refresher for those already walking without adult supervision. An excellent resource can be found at http://think.direct.gov.uk/education/early-years-and-primary/parents/7-to-11s/