Laura Smith is our I Bike Officer for Dundee.
I am still fairly new in my role in Dundee, but there has been so much positive response from schools and pupils in regard to the I Bike Project. From Bike Breakfasts to High Vis days there is always something for schools and pupils alike to be getting involved with.
What do you enjoy about your job?
I love all aspects of my job. No two days are ever the same. Some days I will be delivering safety sessions at an assembly and the next I will be delivering cycling skill sessions in the playground. It’s such a fun and rewarding job.
What are you trying to do?
Promoting and encouraging active travel is our main aim.
How are you doing it?
I am meeting with schools to plan fun and exciting events and activities to encourage and educate pupils of the benefits of walking, cycling and scooting.
What’s the best bit about the job?
I love the positive vibe which surrounds my job. Meeting, working and promoting healthy living and active travel with children and adults every day is so rewarding. Kids love cycling, scooting and walking and I feel very lucky to have a job where I can allow them to do so safely while having lots of fun.
Which schools are you currently working with?
Intensive (year 1 of engagement)
- St Pauls R.C. Academy
- St Andrews RC Primary School
- St Vincent’s RC Primary School
- St Fergus RC Primary School
- St Pius RC Primary School
- St Luke’s and St Matthew’s RC Primary School
- Harris Academy
- Ancrum Road Primary School
- Blackness Primary School
- Victoria Park Primary School
Supported (year 2 of engagement)
- Hillside Primary School
- Gowriehill Primary School
- Camperdown Primary School
- Grove Academy
- Eastern Primary School
- Barnhill Primary School
- Forthill Primary School
Upcoming events / I Bike news
I have lots of various different events and activities planned within each school, including learn to ride sessions, led walks/rides, Bike Breakfasts and safety assemblies. Bike Breakfasts are when pupils will receive a free, healthy breakfast before they start school to follow their morning cycle.