Plymouth youngsters learn the art of balanceability - and how to ride a bike.
YOUNGSTERS at Beechwood Primary School have been learning how to ride their bikes without stabilisers.
The youngsters took part in a six week 'balanceability' course to help them stay stable on their wheels.
Jane Dowrick-Kessell, the teacher who spearheaded the programme, said: "It's been a really good initiative.
"At the end of the six weeks the parents were invited along to see the children. There were definitely a few proud tears."
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As well as learning to ride their bikes, guided by instructors Roy and Karen, the 57 youngsters have also come on in leaps and bounds in their confidence, social skills and ability to listen.
Mrs Dowick-Kessell added: "It's the first time we have done anything like this before but we will do it again."
4 Comments
by Proud_Mum
Thursday, March 14 2013, 6:11PM
“I was one of those proud parents up Beechwood who thought seeing the look of accomplishment in my sons face riding past me is something to encourage in all our young children. With all the murders and violence going on in Plymouth today is nice to see something positive coming out of our young. Instead of slating the programme - encourage it. It benefits the children's abilities and social skills. It's a fantastic course for them which is fun filled of enjoyment for them. Leave your negative comments in the school playground!!”
by plympaul
Thursday, March 14 2013, 3:45PM
“kids do like have parents for them to teach them to ride their bikes so dunno why teachers have to teach them for!!!!!”
by justright
Thursday, March 14 2013, 9:42AM
“no way my boy has been on his from age 2 yr, firstbike google them they are the best balance bike money can buy”
by BettyD
Thursday, March 14 2013, 7:25AM
“Good god! Yet another thing that parents should be doing. Let the teachers get on with the three R's”