Junior Road Safety Officer (JRSO) Committee

At Barr Primary School, we are proud of our Junior Road Safety Officer (JRSO) Committee, a dedicated group of pupils who play a vital role in promoting road safety within our school and the local community. Our JRSOs take on several important responsibilities to ensure that road safety awareness is a key part of our school life.

Key Responsibilities of the JRSO Committee

The JRSO Committee is responsible for four main tasks:

1. Maintaining a Prominent Notice Board: Our JRSOs create and manage a dedicated notice board that shares important road safety information with pupils, staff, and parents. This board is regularly updated to ensure that everyone stays informed about the latest road safety tips and initiatives.
2. Running School Competitions: To engage the school community and share road safety messages, the JRSO team organizes various competitions. These activities are designed to raise awareness about road safety in a fun and interactive way, encouraging pupils to think critically about how to stay safe on the roads.
3. Class and Assembly Presentations: The JRSOs take an active role in presenting road safety information during class time and school assemblies. These presentations are an effective way to educate and remind pupils of the importance of road safety practices.
4. Using the JRSO Website: The JRSO Committee utilises the [JRSO website](https://www.jrso.com/jrsoinfo/) to access resources and share best practices. This website provides valuable information and tools to support their efforts in promoting road safety.

Training Our Youngest Pupils

One of the key roles of our JRSOs is to provide essential road safety training for our Early Years Centre (EYC) and P1/2 children. They spend time teaching these younger pupils the fundamental rules of road safety and guide them through practical exercises in our village. This hands-on approach helps to instill good habits early and ensures that our youngest pupils are confident and knowledgeable about how to stay safe when walking and crossing roads.

Why the JRSO Committee Matters

The work of the JRSO Committee is crucial in fostering a culture of road safety within our school community. By involving pupils in these responsibilities, we not only enhance road safety awareness but also empower our students to take an active role in their own safety and the safety of others.

We are proud of the dedication and enthusiasm of our JRSO team and their commitment to making Barr Primary School a safer place for everyone.