E-scooter safety: What schools and families need to know

Many young people and families are curious about where e-scooters can be used, what's legal and what's safe. 

To support safe, informed choices, e-scooter information on Just One Norfolk has been updated by Norfolk County Councils Road Safety team and offers clear, consistent, and legal guidance for young people and families.

Just One Norfolk - Road Safety

Key points to share with pupils and parents

• Privately owned e-scooters are currently illegal to use on roads, pavements and in public spaces. They may only be used on private land with the landowner's permission. 
• Rental e-scooters can only be used as part of approved trials (such as Beryl in Norwich). 
• Riders must be 16 or over and hold at least a provisional driving licence. 
• Rental e-scooters must not be used on pavements, helping to protect pedestrians. 
• Wearing a helmet is strongly advised to offer protection. 

E-scooter safety video

It explains: 

• Where e-scooters can and cannot be used.
• The difference between private and rental e-scooters.
• How to reduce risk and avoid injuries, and fines or penalty points. 
• Everyday riding behaviours that help keep people safe, such as riding at appropriate speeds, staying alert, avoiding distractions and being clearly visible to others.

This resource is ideal to: 

• Share in newsletters and parent and carer communications.
• Use in assemblies or PSHE lessons.
• Support conversations about independence, risk, and road safety.

You can also share this PDF with parents and carers (PDF, 112 KB).

Thank you for helping to keep children and young people safe as they travel around Norfolk.