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Cyclopath delivers primary-school cycling programmes across Louth (all schools), Meath, Monaghan, East Cavan and North Dublin City and County. Options include Balance Bikes, Learn to Cycle, Inclusive Learn to Cycle, Cycling Skills, Cycle Right Stage 1 and staff training. We’ll plan school-based visits with your team to fit the school day.
Compare Our Primary School Cycling Programmes
Not sure which option fits your pupils? We’ll help you assess suitability.
First cycling experiences
Balance Bikes for Junior and Senior Infants.
Learning to ride
Learn to Cycle for 1st-6th class; Inclusive Learn to Cycle for 3rd-6th class offers tailored support for additional educational needs.
Already cycling
Cycling Skills develops control and confidence; Cycle Right adds national-standard safety training and road awareness.
Book multiple groups for your school
Choose one programme for several groups, or different programmes for different groups. We’ll agree a timetable for all your groups around your school day.
For example, a school can book Balance Bikes for 48 pupils, taught in two groups of 24.
Cycle Right class arrangements: Cycle Right is for one class year group and can include all classes in that year group, for example, all 4th classes. Where two or more year groups share a teacher, all pupils in that combined class can participate.
Maximum pupils in each teaching group:
Balance Bikes, Learn to Cycle and Cycling Skills: 24.
Cycle Right and Inclusive Learn to Cycle: 30.
Cycle Right on-road sessions: 10.
National standard training
Cycle Right · Stage 1
- 3rd-6th Class
Structured training develops safe cycling habits through practical bike control, road awareness and Rules of the Road.
Duration: 8 hours over multiple visits
Equipment: Bikes and helmets provided
Group size: Up to 30 pupils in the schoolyard at a time; up to 10 pupils per on-road group
Year group: Cycle Right is for one class year group and can include all classes in that year group, for example, all 4th classes. Where two or more year groups share a teacher, all pupils in that combined class can participate.
Additional educational needs
Cycle Right Inclusive Learn to Cycle
- 3rd-6th Class
Tailored teaching for pupils who need extra support learning to cycle.
Duration: 4 hours over multiple visits
Group size: Up to 30 pupils
Focus: Confidence, balance and independence
Equipment: Bikes and helmets provided
Junior & senior infants
Balance Bikes
- Junior and Senior Infants
A playful introduction to balance, coordination and confidence on two wheels.
Duration: 5 hours over multiple visits
Group size: Up to 24 pupils per group; multiple groups can be accommodated
Equipment: Bikes and helmets provided
For pupils learning to ride
Learn to Cycle
- 1st-6th Class
Progressive, supportive instruction helps pupils who have not yet learned to ride develop balance and confidence.
Duration: 5 hours over multiple visits
Group size: Up to 24 pupils per group; multiple groups can be accommodated
Equipment: Bikes and helmets provided
Developing confident riders
Cycling Skills
- 1st-6th Class
For pupils who can already cycle independently and want to improve control and confidence.
Duration: 5 hours over multiple visits
Group size: Up to 24 pupils per group; multiple groups can be accommodated
Equipment: Bikes and helmets provided
Safe cycling for school staff
Staff Cycle Right Training Day
Five hours at your school · Up to 30 staff
A practical Cycle Right day with cycling skills practice in the schoolyard and an on-road element. Staff bring their own bicycles and helmets and must be able to ride. Cyclopath plans the on-road route.
On-road sessions are 30 minutes for groups of up to 10 staff. For 30 staff, three groups take part; their road sessions are included in the five-hour school day.
The training shows pupils that their school takes safe cycling seriously and reinforces the learning they receive through Cycle Right.
Cycling and school wellbeing
The Primary Wellbeing curriculum includes cycling within PE’s Active Living area. Practical cycling sessions can help pupils develop balance, coordination, control and safety awareness, and give them skills to stay active through recreation and suitable journeys as they grow.
Results from local schools
3,000 pupils benefited since November 2024
100% of Louth schools that booked us rebooked
Every Cycle Right course evaluation received by Cycling Ireland for Cyclopath to date has rated all three criteria Excellent: instructor knowledge, interaction with pupils and programme delivery.
School case studies
St Peter’s NS, Phibsboro
Cycle Right Stage 1 · 26 pupils · 8 hours
Fourteen pupils could already cycle at the start; the other 12 learned to cycle during the programme.
“A very successful programme. The trainer had excellent interpersonal skills and was very well organised.”
St Joseph’s CBS Primary, Drogheda
Two programmes · 47 Cycle Right pupils · 6 Learn to Cycle pupils
Ten pupils learned to cycle: seven during Cycle Right and three during Learn to Cycle, supporting pupils at different starting points.
“The programme gave pupils confidence & fundamental skills to continue cycling.”
St Francis NS, Blackrock
57 pupils · eight one-hour sessions
Eleven novice riders progressed to independent cycling through practical sessions that built skills and confidence.
“He taught new skills, built confidence and inspired the children to keep pushing themselves.”
Trust, safeguarding and safety
Cyclopath is an approved and accredited Cycle Right provider. Garreth Curran is a Cycling Ireland-accredited instructor and the Designated Liaison Person (DLP), and is present on site.
Cyclopath instructors are Garda-vetted, child safeguarding certified, first aid trained and insured. Cycle Right yard and on-road sessions are delivered by two Cyclopath instructors.
On-road sessions are for pupils assessed as road-ready and are limited to groups of up to 10 with two instructors. Where only one Cyclopath instructor is present during a session, a school staff member must also be present.
Read our Child Safeguarding Statement → · Meet our instructors →
School funding, clearly explained
We handle the Cycle Right funding paperwork and confirm the final amount your school pays Cyclopath. Separate Green-Schools support for eligible non-DEIS schools is explained below.
How Cycle Right funding and your school’s quote work
Department of Transport support
Cycle Right Stage 1 is supported through the Department of Transport and Road Safety Authority. Cyclopath manages the Cycle Right funding paperwork. Department of Transport support is reflected in our quote; it is not paid directly to your school. Schools in the Dublin City Council and Fingal County Council areas receive additional funding of €10 per pupil, which is also reflected in the price Cyclopath quotes. The amount we quote is the final amount your school pays Cyclopath.
Green-Schools: non-DEIS schools only
Eligible non-DEIS schools may apply for separate Green-Schools support towards Cycle Right of up to €10 per participating pupil, to a maximum of €600 per calendar year. To qualify, the school must be working towards a Green Flag for Travel or Global Citizenship Travel, or have completed the Travel theme and remain active in the Green-Schools programme. Your school manages the application and receives any approved grant directly. Confirm eligibility and funding availability with the Cycle Right team in Cycling Ireland.
Check Green-Schools eligibility and application guidance
What to include in your enquiry
Include your school’s DEIS status in your enquiry. We’ll confirm the Cycle Right support reflected in your quote and explain the Green-Schools eligibility criteria. Your school must confirm its eligibility and funding availability directly with the Cycle Right team in Cycling Ireland.
From your first enquiry to the first lesson
1. Send your enquiry
Share your school, class groups, approximate pupil numbers and preferred dates. You don’t need a finished timetable.
2. Plan the programme
We’ll help choose a suitable programme, discuss equipment and arrange visits around your school day. Once the programme and groups are agreed, we’ll prepare a draft timetable.
3. Confirm funding and quote
See the Cycle Right and Green-Schools funding details above ↑.
4. Confirm dates
Once you approve the plan and quote, we’ll confirm the dates and arrangements with your school, then deliver the agreed programme.
Sending an enquiry does not reserve dates. We’ll confirm your programme and schedule with your school.
Useful resources for teachers and parents
Prepare your enquiry, share programme information with parents and reinforce pupils’ learning between visits.
Free cycling activities for the classroom: Explore our School Cycling Resources for Teachers and Parents, including the two-minute bicycle safety check and road-awareness activity.
All school planning documents, parent information and road-session forms are available together in our School Cycling Resources hub.
Videos and post-course resources
Watch the four official Cycle Right teaching videos in our School Cycling Resources hub, alongside the classroom activities and downloadable follow-up materials.
After Cycle Right
Keep practising after the course and explore suitable active journeys together.
The School Cycling Resources hub has our post-course active travel worksheet and parent follow-up guidance, alongside all other downloadable school materials.
Keep the learning going with official Cycle Right school posters and resources.
A practical preparation guide
What should we include in our enquiry?
Your school name, DEIS status, which classes you would like to include (for example, all 4th classes), approximate pupil numbers, preferred dates or term, and pupils’ general cycling experience. Please discuss additional support needs without including pupils’ names or sensitive information in the enquiry form.
What space and timetable information do you need?
Tell us about school hours and breaks, available yard space, access arrangements and any timetable restrictions. We’ll agree a suitable delivery plan with your school before the visits.
Do pupils and staff need to bring bikes and helmets?
Bikes and helmets are provided for pupil programmes; the programme cards above show which options include equipment. Pupils may use their own suitable bikes and helmets if they prefer. Let us know how many need equipment so we can plan. Staff attending the Staff Cycle Right Training Day must bring their own bike and helmet and be able to ride.
How many pupils can take part in a group?
Schools can book multiple groups and combine programmes. Group sizes and Cycle Right year-group arrangements are shown on the programme cards above. We’ll plan the timetable around your school day and keep each group within its programme limit.
Will every Cycle Right pupil cycle on the road?
No. On-road participation is for pupils assessed as road ready. We discuss readiness and the delivery plan with your school before the road session. Please discuss the planned route, group arrangements and supervision with us, and agree how pupils who do not take part will be accommodated.
Who handles funding applications?
See the funding section above for Cycle Right support and Green-Schools eligibility. Cyclopath manages Cycle Right paperwork; your school applies for any separate Green-Schools grant and receives approved support directly.
Request a quotation
Tell us your class groups, pupil numbers and preferred term. We’ll help you choose suitable training, confirm equipment and delivery, and discuss Cycle Right funding.