Drive Smart Sixth Form

Sixth Form students welcomed officers from Devon and Cornwall Police for a thought-provoking session focused on safer driving.

As they reach 17, many students are commencing or considering driving lessons, and Truro School sees it as an important part of their wider education to ensure they are prepared and equipped with the right educational tools for this milestone.

Officers were invited by Mrs Jupp to present different scenarios related to The Highway Code, including driving under the influence of drink and drugs, distractions, using mobile phones while driving, speeding, and wearing seatbelts.

Videos of road traffic incidents were shown to make students think about how the decisions made by drivers can impact others. Laws connected to driving offences and reaction times were discussed, whilst providing a Q & A at the end.

Officers left students with the message, “You have a responsibility as a driver for yourself and others in your car. Respect other road users and get home safely.”

We would like to thank Devon and Cornwall Police for their time to speak to Truro School Sixth Form.