Car or Not: The Question at Hand

In the city of Bielefeld, the police headquarters have provided valuable advice for parents and guardians to ensure the safety of children as they travel to and from school.

The designated personnel responsible for press affairs at the Police Headquarters Bielefeld are Sonja Rehmert, Katja Küster, Sarah Siedschlag, Michael Kötter, Hella Christoph, Fabian Rickel, Caroline Steffen, Lukas Reker, and Jan Grote. They can be reached via phone at the numbers listed below or by email at [email protected].

Sonja Rehmert: 0521/545-3020
Katja Küster: 0521/545-3195
Sarah Siedschlag: 0521/545-3021
Michael Kötter: 0521/545-3022
Hella Christoph: 0521/545-3023
Fabian Rickel: 0521/545-3024
Caroline Steffen: 0521/545-3026
Lukas Reker: 0521/545-3222
Jan Grote: 0521/545-3235

Established for child protection, the "30 km/h zones" surround schools and kindergartens. It is crucial that drivers adhere to these speed limits to ensure the safety of the children.

When dropping off or picking up children, pay attention to no-parking zones and designated school streets at schools. Parent parking spaces are reserved for parents driving children to school by car, but they may not always be located directly in front of the school building.

Walking children to school with other students promotes independence and ensures safer streets. This practice also helps alleviate chaotic parking situations at schools.

When using a car for the school trip, it is essential to correctly secure all children in the vehicle and never take more children than the safety systems available in the vehicle. If a car must be used, plan enough time for the journey to create a relaxed atmosphere.

Outside of office hours, contact the control center at 0521/545-0. More information can be found at https://bielefeld.polizei.nrw/.

The Bielefeld Police advise against driving children directly to the classroom with a car. Instead, encourage children to walk from the parent parking lot to school, getting a few more meters of exercise in the fresh air.

Respect the entrances to private properties or companies and allow residents to enter and exit their homes or businesses. Avoid using vehicles to obstruct the view of the road or hide children.

For media inquiries, please contact the press team at the Bielefeld Police. Their contact details are listed above.