Driving safely around schools is everyone’s responsibility

Driving safely around schools is everyone’s responsibility – these are the road rules to know when driving near Victorian schools. There are school speed zones in place at most schools in Victoria. These zones exist to improve safety by reducing the chance and severity of potential collisions. Some school speed zones are permanent and in effect 24/7, while other school speed zones are only operational during certain hours and days.

These time-based school speed zones are usually in effect between 8am to 9.30am and 2.30pm to 4pm weekdays during Victorian school terms (excluding public holidays). School speed zones reduce the posted speed limit to 40km on roads where the regular speed limit is less than 80km. Where the regular speed limit is 80km or more, the school speed zone usually reduces the limit to 60km.

Clear signage indicates when you are entering a school speed zone and when that speed zone applies. Be aware that students may be active near roads even outside of the school zone hours. Failure to obey school speed limits can result in fines and demerit points.

Closing External Gates

Please close external gates when leaving the school grounds. This enhances school safety and security by limiting unauthorised access and promoting a secure environment for students, staff and visitors. Signs have been posted as a reminder for staff, parents, carers and visitors.