Post 16 Road Safety event

Selected Post 16 Students had the opportunity to attend a fantastic event focused on road safety at Bescot Stadium. The day was packed with informative sessions from various organisations, making it an incredibly enlightening experience.

  • Young Drivers Practical Driving Lesson: Students got behind the wheel to practice essential driving skills.
  • West Midlands Police: Heard from the experts on how they keep our roads safe and the importance of responsible driving.
  • Beacon Young Persons Substance Misuse: Learned about the risks associated with substance misuse and its impact on road safety.
  • West Midlands Fire Service: Discovered how road accidents are responded to and the importance of being prepared for emergencies through the use of VR Headsets.
  • Highways England: Gained insights into road maintenance and how they work to make our roads safer.
  • DVSA: Found out about the requirements of the Theory and Practical driving test and how to get test ready.

Want to join Post16 at Grace Academy? Applications for a Year 12, Sept 2024 start are now open!
Find out more details here: https://darlaston-graceacademy.org.uk/apply-for-2024/

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