What is a School Street?

A School Street is a scheme where roads outside a school are closed to most of the traffic at school opening and closing times. The aim of the scheme is to create a safer environment for pupils to walk and cycle to school.

How do School Streets work?

Vehicles are not allowed to enter the School Street during operational hours unless they have a permit. Residents and businesses within the zone are eligible for a permit. See the Frequently Asked Questions page for more information on permits.

School Streets are marked by signage at each entry and closure point, informing drivers of the timed restrictions in place.

There will be two types of signs that are part of a school street. Please note the timings on the signs are just examples. Timings at school streets are different. You can find a map of the School Streets at our School Streets Map.

The first sign is a pre-warning; letting you know that there is a road where restrictions apply approaching in the direction indicated.

The second sign will be present on both sides of the mouth of the road where the School Street restrictions apply. The signs will show the timings of the School Street.

How will School Streets be enforced?

School Streets are enforced by Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras. Signs are placed on entry to the school street area, displaying the operational times and days of the restrictions. Outside of school term time the sign will be flipped showing a grey sign face, suspending the restriction. This will allow road users to use the road when schools are closed.

Only vehicles that have registered in advance for a permit will be allowed to enter the street. A Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) will be issued by post to the registered keeper of vehicles who enter the street when not permitted.

There are some other exemptions that also apply. For a full list see Frequently Asked Questions.

How do I get a permit if I live or operate a business with the zone?

You can find out more about who can apply for a permit and how to get one by reading our Frequently Asked Questions.

Where are School Streets?

Click on the image below to explore a map of the school streets that are currently in place in Barnet.

How do I give my views on a school street?

Visit our current School Street consultation page to give us your views on a scheme that is proposed. You can give your views on live schemes here as well.