Beep Beep! Day – Road Safety Awareness for Little Learners

Beep Beep! Day is an annual event designed for children aged 2–7 years to help them learn the basics of road safety in a fun, engaging, and age-appropriate way. Organised by Brake, the road safety charity, and featuring Timmy Time, this day helps nurseries, childminders, schools and playgroups teach children how to stay safe near roads—while involving parents and the wider community in protecting young lives.

Key Facts About Beep Beep! Day

Why Beep Beep! Day Matters

Thousands of young children are involved in road traffic incidents each year. Beep Beep! Day plays an essential role in:

• Introducing basic road safety to children in early years settings
• Empowering educators to deliver engaging and educational safety sessions
• Raising awareness among parents and carers about road dangers and safe driving behaviours
• Encouraging community action to make roads safer near schools and nurseries

How to Take Part in Beep Beep! Day

Getting involved is simple and rewarding for educators and children alike:

• Register for free with Brake to receive an action pack filled with road safety resources
• Choose to take part in March or November, aligning with UK Road Safety Week
• Plan your own road safety activities using the free or bumper packs
• Share your event with the wider community to spread the road safety message

What’s in a Bumper Pack?

For just £11.50 + VAT, you can order a bumper pack that includes:

• Stickers and certificates for all participating children
• Colourful posters to promote your event
• Activity ideas and teaching tools based on the Timmy Time theme

Order your pack by emailing beepbeep@brake.org.uk.

Meet Timmy Time – The Face of Beep Beep! Day

Timmy, the lovable preschool sheep from Timmy Time, is the perfect guide for young children. His relatable stories and playful personality help tots understand key messages like:

• Looking and listening before crossing
• Staying with adults near roads
• Being visible and aware of traffic

What Happens on Beep Beep! Day?

Activities vary from setting to setting, but typically include:

• Mini road walks and zebra crossing roleplay
• Creative crafts like making traffic light collages
• Storytime using road safety-themed books
• Singing and dancing to safety songs
• Sharing tips and photos with parents via newsletters or social media

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is Beep Beep! Day for?

It is aimed at children aged 2–7 years, including nursery, reception, and early primary school students.

Is it free to take part?

Yes, you can register for free and receive digital resources. A physical bumper pack is available for a small fee.

When is Beep Beep! Day?

There are usually two events per year—one in March and another in November, during UK Road Safety Week.

Can I run a Beep Beep! Day at home or in a small group?

Yes! Childminders and parents are welcome to run Beep Beep! Days with small groups using the same downloadable resources.

Where can I find stories from past Beep Beep! Days?

You can explore inspiring stories from other schools and nurseries on Brake’s official website.

Future Dates for Beep Beep! Day

Hashtags for Visibility

• #BeepBeepDay
• #TimmyTime
• #RoadSafetyForKids
• #BrakeCharity
• #EarlyYearsSafety