School Streets: St Andrew's Primary School
We’re proposing to install a School Streets scheme at St Andrew's Primary School.
School Streets are designed to address issues on the roads around schools at drop off and pick up times, including congestion, illegal or unsafe parking immediately outside of school.
The plans include installing a 'no entry to unauthorised vehicles' sign on the junction of Haddington Close and Blatchington Road.
The restriction will be in place from Monday to Friday 8.15am to 9.15am and 2.45pm to 3.45pm. The restriction will not apply during school holidays.
This will reduce the number of vehicles that around the school at peak times.
We want to know what you think
We've included answers to frequently asked questions in the first phase of this project. You can also see a plan of the proposals in the second phase.
This survey is open until Sunday 27 July.
The survey will take around 10 minutes to complete. You can log in to Your Voice to automatically save your progress and return later to complete your submission.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a School Street?
School Streets are time-limited restrictions that reduce vehicle access on certain roads outside schools during drop-off and pick-up times.
These schemes aim to:
- reduce congestion and unsafe or illegal parking around school gates
- improve road safety during busy school travel times
- support cleaner air and healthier, more sustainable school journeys
By limiting traffic for one hour at the beginning and end of the school day, School Streets help create a safer surrounding for families travelling to and from school.
How will people be told if CCTV enforcement is being introduced?
Clear signs are already in place at the entrances to School Streets. These signs show the times when cars and other vehicles are not allowed.
Information will also be shared on our website to help keep everyone informed.
Letters will be sent by post to school staff and to residents who live within the School Streets area.
We’ll also encourage schools and local residents to let their visitors know about the vehicle restrictions when they're planning a visit.
When is CCTV enforcement expected to begin?
Subject to approval from the Department for Transport, enforcement powers may start from early 2026. Until then, the schemes will continue to operate as they are.
Who would be permitted access during restriction times, if enforcement is introduced?
If enforcement is approved, access would be permitted for:
- vehicles registered to an address on the street (including businesses and residents)
- Blue Badge holders (dependent on need to access a property on the street)
- Compass Card holders (dependent on need to access a property on the street)
- professional carers and carers for vulnerable residents (dependant on need to access a property on the street)
- emergency services vehicles on an emergency call
- utility providers on an emergency call
School staff, parents, delivery drivers, tradespeople, taxis and general visitors would not typically be granted access during the restricted times. However, requests for exemptions may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
How would exemptions be granted?
A permitted vehicles list will be created for eligible vehicles exempt from the timed restrictions at School Streets sites. Owners of exempt vehicles would need to register free of charge. More details about the exemption registration process would be provided closer to the implementation date.
Can deliveries still be made on School Streets?
School Streets operate for just two hours each day (one hour in the morning and one in the afternoon). Delivery times can be planned outside of these short restriction periods.
If my car is already parked inside the School Street when restrictions begin, can I drive out?
Yes. Vehicles parked within the street before the restriction can leave with care, even during the restricted times.
Will there be a warning period before fines are issued?
Yes. If enforcement powers are granted, there would be a six-month warning period. During this time, first-time offences would receive warning notices, not fines. This gives everyone time to adjust to the new system.
How much would a fine be?
If CCTV enforcement powers are approved, subject to a 6-month warning notice period, fines would be £70, reduced to £35 if paid within 21 days. This is in line with the government policy.
Would I receive penalty points on my driving licence?
No. School Street enforcement is not linked to driving license penalty points.