Bike Ed Frequently Asked Questions

Yes – Bike riding is for everyone! The four units of work are differentiated and designed to include students of all learning abilities.

The Instructor training covers differentiation in detail and further support can be obtained from bikeed@transport.vic.gov.au

Yes - the Bike Ed program has been redesigned to include interactive and inclusive learning content , as well as  units of work (linked to the Victorian Curriculum 2.0), videos, and illustrations. These resources were developed with the input of current Victorian teachers. This program has been expanded to cover Years 1–8 (students aged approximately 6 to 14 years) with an emphasis on inclusivity and proving opportunities for ALL students.

The Bike Ed Instructor Training has undergone significant change and is now delivered by teachers for teachers. It covers content specific to the Victorian school context and is vital for accreditation purposes.  You will need to successfully complete the one day course (plus pre learning modules) to be re-accredited.

The units of work and resources are designed for students between Years 1 to 8 (aged approximately 6 – 14). However, Bike Ed can be for students of any age and ability as all units are differentiated.

Ensure your child has plenty of time, under adult supervision, to practice the skills they are learning at school. Read the Family guide to Bike Ed.

Spend time helping your child to develop and practice their skills. When parents/carers ride with their child and show them safe behaviours, they turn an enjoyable activity into a valuable learning opportunity and experience.

Assist in running a Bike Ed program in your child’s school.

Delivery of the Bike Ed program in schools and for community groups will be undertaken by accredited instructors. Often, PE teachers undertake the Instructor training, but any teacher or support staff or even a parent at the school can complete the training. Similarly, any interested community member can undertake instructor training. The more staff that a school has accredited, the easier and more flexible the program is to run and the more sustainable the Bike Ed program is.

The Bike Ed Instructor Training is available through an ‘Expression of Interest’  process. Schools and community organisations are encouraged to apply for a funded training position. Note: the funded positions cover the cost of the training, but excludes costs to cover replacement teachers/staff.

Master trainers are qualified people who train people such as PE teachers, schools staff, parents etc to become accredited Bike Ed instructors.

The accreditation process for master trainers  has recently been redeveloped and piloted. For more information contact: bikeed@roads.vic.gov.au

Bicycle trailers are available for hire throughout the state. Bookings are essential.

At various times there are other grants and financial support available for equipment, support and other resources, for more information contact: bikeed@roads.vic.gov.au

Under the Community Road Safety Grants Program, schools and community groups can apply for funding for equipment, maintenance, and running a Bike Ed Challenge.

In the interest of making the Bike Ed program more accessible to schools and communities, funded positions for the Bike Ed Instructor Training are available through an ‘Expression of Interest’  process. Note: the funded positions cover the cost of the training but excludes costs to cover replacement teachers/staff.

There are other opportunities and resources available to schools and councils via the Transport Accident Commission (TAC); Active Schools via Department of Education and Training (DET); and Sport and Recreation Victoria and Ride to School.