AtoBetter school programmes

If your school is in one of our funding areas, you could receive up to £2,000 to support active and sustainable school travel.   

Funding can be used for: 

• Improved bike/scooter parking  
• School-use bicycles  
• Cycle training for students and staff  
• Bike tool stations  
• Fun events like Dr Bike and bike security marking  
• Prizes for travel competitions and campaigns  

Primary Schools 

To access funding, simply: 

• Sign up to Modeshift STARS 
• Commit to delivering a variety of activities over the next two years 
• Complete an annual hands-up survey 

Secondary Schools 

To access funding, simply: 

• Complete the Active Travel Ambassador (ATA) Programme, delivered by our partner Modeshift 
• Complete an annual hands-up survey 

What is Modeshift STARS?

Modeshift STARS is a national accreditation scheme that celebrates schools excelling in sustainable travel.   

School travel plans aim to: 

• Encourage walking, cycling, and greener journeys  
• Improve road safety  
• Reduce congestion and pollution  
• Promote health and independence  

Find out more on the Modeshift STARS website 

Booking Your Modeshift STARS Support Session 

Please book your session via Microsoft Bookings with one of our in-house Modeshift support team members. Only for schools on AtoBetter Programme. 

If you can't find a suitable time, email us at [email protected], and we'll do our best to accommodate you.  

What is the Active Travel Ambassador (ATA) Programme?

The ATA Programme empowers secondary students (ages 11-16) to lead campaigns that promote walking, cycling, and road safety. It's free, curriculum-linked, and helps students build skills in:  

• Project management 
• Public speaking 
• Leadership 
• Data analysis 
• Marketing 

And it works! 

• Framingham Earl High doubled cycling rates and installed a new cycle shelter 
• Ormiston Venture Academy increased active travel by 9% and purchased Go Carts 
• Every ATA school last year earned Modeshift STARS accreditation 

Learn more about Active Travel Ambassadors 

Interested? 

Email [email protected] to arrange a short, no-pressure introductory meeting. 

Selected secondary schools completing the ATA Programme by Summer 2026 will receive £2,000 in grant funding. 

Contact Us 

To check your school's eligibility or for more information, contact [email protected] 

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