A School Exclusion Zone (also known as a School Street) is to prevent non-residential traffic from using the road network outside a school. Normally, the restriction will be for the entrance gate and/or in surrounding streets. It's for set periods of the school day, typically during start and finish times.
The restriction of vehicles is only operational when lights are activated on the entry sign. The restriction is enforceable and disobeying the restrictions can result in prosecution.
The aims of a School Exclusion Zone (SEZ) are to encourage more active travel to school and to improve road safety in the area immediately outside the school.
They are not introduced to tackle issues with parking over driveways or to improve parking availability for residents.
The council trialled School Exclusion Zones (SEZ) at three pilot locations in Fife. The trials have concluded with only one site remaining operational for a further temporary period to gather more data.
School Exclusion Zones in Fife
- St Marie’s RC Primary School, Kirkcaldy
SEZ FAQs
It will operate 8.30am to 9.30am, and 2.30pm to 3.30pm, only on school days when lights are activated on the entry sign.
The restrictions for St Marie’s RC Primary School are temporary and are due to begin in October 2024.
Back To TopMacIndoe Crescent, Kirkcaldy from Beatty Crescent to the primary school.
Back To TopYes. Certain addresses will qualify as an exemption to access their properties. These addresses are listed below. A permit must be displayed. Residents can apply for a permit through the school office.
Residents will need to provide proof of address and that the vehicle is registered to that address (such as a V5 document).
MacIndoe Crescent: 41 to 91 odd numbers, 66 to 108 even numbers
Beatty Crescent: 91,93,95, and 97
Back To TopIf it is not possible for your child to walk, scoot, or cycle to school then you can park at the Overton Community Centre car park. A pedestrian crossing is available to cross Overton Road which connects to a traffic-free path leading to the school.
Back To TopYes. Blue badge holders are exempt from the restriction and do not need to request a permit. The blue badge must be displayed in your windscreen.
Back To TopIt is a moving traffic offence to disobey the restriction. This is the responsibility of Police Scotland to enforce. You can contact them by dialling 101 or on their website: https://www.scotland.police.uk/contact-us/
Back To TopOnly residents and those with extenuating circumstances can qualify for a permit. These can be applied for through the school office. Residents will need to provide proof of address and that the vehicle is registered to that address (such as a V5 document).
You'll find the permit application form below. Download and print it, fill in, and hand in at the school office. We kindly ask that you avoid busy school office times at the school, such as the start and end of the school day.
Back To TopIf you want to provide feedback or find out more about School Exclusion Zones, contact us at traffic.management@fife.gov.uk.
