School crossing patrols

School crossing patrols help children and families cross roads safely on their way to and from school.

They also help children learn how to cross roads safely through the Right Start road safety programme.

School crossing patrol times

Most school crossing patrols operate around school start and finish times, usually between:

• 8am and 9am

• 3pm and 4pm

Times vary depending on the school and crossing point.

STOP means stop

Always wait for the school crossing patrol officer to tell you when it is safe to cross.

The officer will step into the road and ask traffic to stop. Wait until the officer tells you to cross. Not every driver stops when they should.

Drivers must stop when a school crossing patrol officer tells them to do so.

How we assess crossing points

Requests for new school crossing patrol points must come from the school. If you think a new crossing point is needed, contact the school to discuss your concerns.

A local area organiser inspects each crossing point at least once a year.

We look at:

• the amount of traffic

• traffic speeds

• the number of people crossing

• other safety risks

• the condition of the road and road markings

• defects, such as potholes

Become a school crossing patrol officer

We regularly recruit school crossing patrol officers across Lancashire.

It is a rewarding role helping children and families get to and from school safely.

To find vacancies in your area, visit our jobs section and search for 'school'.

Contact us

If you have a question about the school crossing patrol service, email scp@lancashire.gov.uk.