ArticleCanadian journal of public health = Revue canadienne de sante publique2026
Reclaiming urban space for children: Examining the impact of School Streets on independent mobility and active transport.
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- Linking Children's Emotional Experiences of Space with Health-Oriented Urban Design: Towards School Streets in Belgrade.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2026Article
- Effectiveness and equity impacts of traffic restriction schemes outside schools: a controlled natural experimental study.The international journal of behavioral nutrition and physical activity · 2025Article
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interventionSchool Street initiatives are traffic-free zones around the entrances of primary schools designed to make it safer for children to come and go from school. Beyond increasing safety, these initiatives offer opportunities for children to increase their engagement in active school travel and to become more independently mobile. RESEARCH QUESTION: How does the implementation of a School Street intervention influence children's active travel and independent mobility on their way to school?
methodsA School Street intervention was implemented every Friday at a primary school in Montreal from September 2022 to June 2023. Bi-monthly direct observations were conducted to collect data on children's modes of travel and whether they travelled independently or with an adult before the start of classes.
resultsIndependent, active travel was more frequently observed on School Street days compared to non-School Street days. Additionally, a progressive increase in active transportation and independent mobility was observed throughout the school year, regardless of School Street designation.
conclusionThis study underscores the potential impact of School Street interventions on enhancing children's active school travel and independent mobility. Establishing safe zones near schools can positively influence children's commuting behaviours, fostering healthier and more autonomous travel habits.
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