Pumicestone State School is reintroducing the "Look Out" program to reduce congestion at the Cottrill Road Loading Zone. Our aim is to enhance safety for all students and parents using the car park. Community cooperation is vital for the smooth operation of this initiative, ensuring hassle-free school pickups.
Program Overview:
School finishes at 2:30 pm. In the afternoon, staff supervise the loading zone on Cottrill Road. They monitor and prevent unsafe practices such as:
- Children loading into double-parked cars,
- Loading from the driver's side of vehicles,
- Vehicles idling for more than 2 minutes in the zone,
- Queuing that obstructs the school crossing.
Registration and Participation:
Parents can register via the school website:
/OurSchool/MapsAndTransport/
Once registered, you'll receive a name tag for your sun visor which will be sent home with students.
Process at the Loading Zone:
Upon arrival, staff will call for waiting children. The first three vehicles in line can load and depart before the next set of vehicles. If your child isn't present when your vehicle reaches the front, please proceed and re-join the end of the queue, or park in the car park. Only cars with name tag on the passenger side sun visor to use the pick-up zone.
Non-Compliance:
Vehicles not adhering to rules or engaged in unsafe practices will be reported to Police Link and/or Moreton Bay Regional Council.
Parent Responsibilities:
Encouragement for Children:
- Arrive promptly at the loading zone as close to 2:30 pm when school finishes.
- Be seated in your house group with your family members and listen for their name to be called.
- Be prepared with school bags and belongings to quickly, yet safely, enter vehicles.
Key Actions for the Look Out Program:
1. Display your name tag clearly.
2. Queue and remain in your vehicle.
3. Move forward safely when directed.
4. Load your children promptly and depart.
Please support the program as it is designed to assist all families to pick up their children promptly and safely.