New figures from The Bikeability Trust show over 74,240 children in the West Midlands had the opportunity to get pedalling with Bikeability cycle training between April 2023 and March 2024. The top performing authorities in the West Midlands for 2023–24 were Solihull, Staffordshire, and Herefordshire. Across England 560,471 pupils booked on to Bikeability training between April 2023 and March 2024.
Bikeability cycle training equips children with vital life skills. Pupils not only learn to cycle, they gain independence, social skills and a sense of wellbeing. After Bikeability, children are better at responding to risk and report increased confidence. As a result, more children cycle to school which in turn improves mental health and wellbeing. This allows children to get more out of the classroom, improving their attention span and engagement. Healthier habits lead to increased attendance and improved academic results. Bikeability isn’t just a training course; it impacts children’s lives.
