What to consider before expressing interest in Way2Go Bike Ed

Way2Go Bike Ed is a collaborative effort involving schools, the Department for Infrastructure and Transport and the delivery service provider. The service provider delivers practical Way2Go Bike Ed sessions.

Scheduling

In 2027 the scheduling process will change from previous years of the Way2Go Bike Ed program. Expressions of interest will be undertaken in term 3 of 2026 for delivery to schools in terms 1 and 2 of 2027 only. A second EOI will take place in term 1 of 2027 for delivery to schools in terms 3 and 4 of 2027.

• The service provider determines the Way2Go Bike Ed delivery schedule across the state. The schedule takes each school’s preferences into account.
• Schools need to commit to the scheduling without impact of other school events. It is difficult to reschedule the program.
• Schools can select if they prefer to participate in term 1, 2, 3 or 4 when registering.
• Timings are negotiated with schools to account for different school categories and timetables.
• Select between a within school grounds only program (4 sessions) or a full program with an on-road component (6 sessions).
• Each student group will receive up to 6 practical sessions of Way2Go Bike Ed.
• Each practical session goes for 60–90 minutes. Sessions are held across the day to meet school category student participation numbers.
• In the event of inclement weather alternate lessons are provided. Examples of alternate lessons include, but are not limited to bike maintenance, road safety, etc.

Student group requirements

• Students in years 3 to 6 can participate and practical sessions can be a combination of these year levels.
• No repeat students (i.e. a student only participates once in the program).
• Each group can have a maximum of 30 students.
• For sessions delivered within the school site. The instructor-to-student ratio is 1 to 10.
• For sessions delivered throughout the adjoining local road network. The instructor-to-student ratio is 1 to 5.
• Instructor-to-student ratios depend on the size of the school and are to be clarified prior to sessions commencing. Generally, for in-school sessions two instructors are required, with an additional instructor required for the on-road sessions.
• A school supervisor must attend all in school and on road sessions. The school supervisor can be a class teacher and is included in the above ratios.
• If there are more than 25 students, the school must provide an extra adult supervisor that meet clearance requirements. This person will help with supervision ratios during on-road sessions.

Equipment and site requirements

• School supervisors are required to participate in the on-road practical sessions. The service provider provides 2 loan bikes and helmets.
• Students are encouraged to bring their own bikes and helmets. The service provider can only provide up to 15 loan bikes and helmets.
• In-school practical sessions are generally delivered on outside sports courts within the school grounds. The total space required is up to two full-sized tennis courts.
• If a suitable location cannot be provided within school grounds, a site can be negotiated close to the school. For example, a community facility or sporting ground.
• On-road practical sessions are delivered using the adjoining local road network. If the school is not located within or near a local road network (i.e. hills or rural location). The school should consider a practical alternate location and supporting transport arrangements.
• In the event of inclement weather alternate lessons are provided. Schools are to provide a classroom area with access to audio visual equipment for modified lessons.

Program Delivery

Way2Go Bike Ed’s delivery models depend on the size and location of the school.

In 2027, there will be 2 models of delivery available for participating schools.

• In School Model:  This model will incorporate bike education and road safety sessions exclusively within school grounds. This program will run for 4 sessions.
• On Road Model: This model will incorporate both within school grounds education, as well as riding on the local road network around your school to build practical experience and skills in a real-world environment. This program will run for 6 sessions.

Metropolitan schools are within 100km of the Adelaide CBD. These schools use a staggered delivery model across a school term, with day sessions on a negotiated day over six consecutive weeks.

Regional schools are 100km or more from the Adelaide CBD. These schools use an intensive delivery model with bundled sessions across consecutive days.

A minimum of 30 and a maximum of 120 students can participate in the Way2Go Bike Ed program.