On this page Content components Kew Traffic School is a fun and engaging space for children aged 2 to 10 to develop important road safety skills and gain confidence on their bicycle, tricycle or scooter. Open since 1957, the track mimics a real life road, and features: roundaboutsintersectionstraffic lightsstreet signsrailway crossingsmini tram and train.Kew Traffic School is fully fenced with a secure gate.Children need to bring their own bicycle, tricycle or scooter and helmet.AvailabilityKew Traffic School is open to the public, to education providers and to private functions at different times. Road Safety education programThe road safety education program is for school, kindergarten and childcare groups. It runs during school terms at set times. Find out more on our Safety Education program page. Public ride sessionsCasual ‘play and ride’ sessions let children experience Kew Traffic School without being part of a school or kindergarten group. Sessions run on set days and times during school terms and school holidays. Find out more on our Public ride sessions page. Private bookingsEvery day, Kew Traffic School opens bookings for private parties and functions 6 months in advance. Because it's a popular venue, sessions tend to book out very quickly. Find out more on our private bookings page.FacilitiesA recently refurbished party room with oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, boiling water and cold tap (available for private bookings only)Outdoor space with barbecue, picnic tables and chairsDrinking fountain to drink from or fill up water bottlesToilets with baby change tableCar park. Inside the Kew Traffic School party room, showing the central space for tables and chairs, and the kitchen with fridge, microwave, oven, and boiling/cold taps. Outside the Kew Traffic School party room, showing the undercover area beside the indoor party room space. Accessibility and visiting Kew Traffic SchoolTo assist people of all abilities accessing our Kew Traffic School, visitors can read our Access Key document. The Access Key contains information on:how to get to the Kew Traffic School the Kew Traffic School layouthow to identify staffwhere the toilets are and their environmental specificationsthe experiences and accessible offerings available.We can also read our Social Story document which aims to assist visitors who may have autism spectrum disorder, specific language disorders, social communication difficulties or cognitive delays and disability. It provides a clear explanation and description of visiting our centre, so you can know what to expect. Accessibility at Kew Traffic School documents Kew Traffic School - Access Key 57.8 MB [PDF] 3 April 2024 Kew Traffic School - Social Story 48.1 MB [PDF] 4 April 2024 LocationKew Traffic School is on the corner of Cotham and Grange roads, Kew.We are next to Reservoir Reserve which includes a playground, half-court basketball court, barbecue, tables and public toilets. It's a great place to include a snack or lunch.Getting here by public transportTram 109: Arrive at Stop 41, Kew Traffic School/Cotham RoadTram 72: Arrive at Stop 70, Cotham Road/Burke RoadTrain: Alamein/Belgrave/Lilydale lines – arrive at Camberwell Station (2.1km walk)Getting here by private transportThere is a designated bus bay for drop-off and pick-up on Grange Road. General entry conditionsParents or guardians must supervise children at all timesChildren must wear helmets while riding bicycles and scootersKew Traffic School is a drug, alcohol and tobacco free spaceThe use of glass bottles and other glass items is prohibited at all timesWe accept no liability for lost or stolen items.More informationFor more information email [email protected] or call (03) 9278 4444.Join our Boroondara Families mailing list to receive Kew Traffic School news
