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Britain's first scooter proficiency course launched
By Peter Hutchison
Published: 5:13PM BST 25 May 2010

Britain’s first scooter proficiency course has been launched amid growing concerns over the safety of children choosing to “scoot” to school.
Thousands of pupils are expected to benefit from the training programme which will teach them how to avoid pedestrians and traffic.
The scheme is being established because of the increasing number of pupils opting to travelling to and from school on scooters.

Sales of the two-wheelers have shot up in the past couple of years and can be bought for as little as £20.
They are an easier alternative to cycling for younger pupils and now schools in London have decided that children should take training courses similar to ones for cyclists.
Pupils will learn about pavement etiquette and how to treat pedestrians with courtesy. They will also be taught road safety, such as when to cross the road.
The programme is taking place at dozens of schools across Kensington and Chelsea, including at St Thomas' Church of England primary school.

Pupils will learn about pavement etiquette and how to treat pedestrians with courtesy. They will also be taught road safety, such as when to cross the road.

Be interesting to get hold of their course literature ! At least they are learning young and hopefully 'well'.
Attitude, courtesy / care and overall awareness are good 'behaviours' to learn from the 'start'.