School Zones back from today

From today Monday, 21 July 2025, school zones across Victoria and NSW will be live again during drop-off and pick-up times to protect our students.

Generally School Zones are in operation 8:00am – 9:30 am & 2:30pm – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday.

RACV is highlighting the following road rules to prioritise safety around schools:

School speed zones

• Most Victorian schools have designated speed zones reducing limits to 40km/h where regular limits are below 80km/h, and to 60km/h where regular limits are 80km/h or higher
• Time-based school zones typically operate 8:00-9:30am and 2:30-4:00pm on weekdays during school terms
• Research shows that pedestrians hit by a vehicle travelling at 40km/h have significantly higher survival rates than those hit at 50 or 60km/h
• Motorists face fines and demerit points for failing to comply with posted limits

Children’s crossings

• Recognisable by bright orange ‘Children Crossing’ flags
• All vehicles must stop for pedestrians waiting to cross when flags are displayed
• Drivers must remain stopped until crossing is completely clear
• Crossing supervisors may be present but the rules apply regardless

Parking and drop-off areas

• Parents should familiarise themselves with school-specific parking arrangements
• ‘Kiss and Go’ zones allow for quick drop-offs without leaving vehicles (two-minute maximum)
• Parking is prohibited within 20 meters before and 10 meters after school crossings
• Double parking, stopping in bus zones, or in ‘No Stopping’ areas is illegal