Seocho District Focuses on Creating Safe School Routes Through On-Site Improvements

Comprehensive School Route Improvements
Through On-Site Inspections and Resident Suggestions

Seocho District in Seoul (District Mayor Jeon Seong-su) announced on October 31 that it is focusing on swiftly addressing safety risks on students’ school routes through a “continuous improvement approach” that actively incorporates resident suggestions and on-site inspections. Relevant organizations-including the Traffic Administration Division, Road Division, police station, Korea Road Traffic Authority, and schools-are collaborating to inspect sites and have established a cooperative system that breaks down barriers between departments.

Traffic safety campaign for children's school commute conducted this month around Banghyeon Elementary School area. Provided by Seocho District Office.

In the area surrounding Seoil Elementary School, there was a significant risk of speeding vehicles. However, the installation of new crosswalks and pedestrian signals, lowering the speed limit to 20 km/h, and adding eight speed bumps have greatly improved pedestrian safety. At the French School of Seoul, yellow carpets, speed bumps, and safety fences were installed to prevent accidents on steep downhill roads. In the Banpo Academy district and the area around Seowon Elementary School, elevated crosswalks, child-height reflective mirrors, and reinforced safety fences have reduced the risk of traffic accidents.

Additionally, with a secured budget of 2.5 billion KRW, Seocho District plans to expand and newly designate three child protection zones at Bangil Elementary School, Wanchon Elementary School, and Caritas Daycare Center. Safety facilities such as pedestrian signal voice guidance devices, yellow carpets, anti-slip pavement, and solar-powered LED signs will be gradually enhanced.

On October 17, a “traffic safety campaign for children’s school commute” was held around Banghyeon Elementary School, with District Mayor Jeon Seong-su and about 40 local residents participating, urging compliance with traffic safety rules.

Jeon Seong-su, Mayor of Seocho District, stated, “Improving children’s school routes is not a one-time task, and we will continue to make meticulous, site-centered improvements,” adding, “We will do our utmost to create a school commute environment where both students and parents can feel safe.”

After the installation of the yellow carpet at the French School. Provided by Seocho District.

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