The Constable Care Safety School in Maylands is one of those brilliant Perth finds that manages to tick two boxes at once: it’s genuinely fun for kids, and it leaves you feeling like they’ve learned something useful for the real world. If your child loves riding a bike or scooter, or if you’re keen to build their confidence around roads and crossings, this is an easy school-holiday win.
Set up like a mini “road town”, the facility features a life-size bike track where kids can practise riding while navigating road-style markings and scenarios. The environment is designed to help children understand the basics of road rules and safe behaviour, but it doesn’t feel like a classroom in the traditional sense. It’s interactive, hands-on and energetic, which suits kids who learn best by doing.
One of the standout features is the augmented-reality safety quiz. Children are given an iPad that sits securely around their neck, and as they move through the outdoor space they stop at different checkpoints to trigger interactive characters and road-safety questions.
The quiz is structured so younger and older kids are grouped separately, which helps keep the content age-appropriate. The “game” format makes it feel like an adventure rather than a lesson, and kids earn digital badges along the way, which adds a sense of achievement and keeps them motivated.
During school holidays, Constable Care runs morning sessions that follow a simple, predictable routine. Doors open at 9:30am, there’s a road safety presentation at 10:00am, and from around 10:30am kids are free to ride, explore and participate in both indoor and outdoor activities until the session wraps up at 12:30pm. It’s a nice half-day outing that fits well around nap schedules for younger siblings, or can be paired with a Playground visit or lunch nearby afterwards.
A big plus for families is that the sessions are affordable and practical. Tickets are $17.50 per child and accompanying adults attend free, but a parent or guardian must stay with their child for the session. Bikes and helmets are provided, which takes the stress out of transporting gear, though you’re welcome to bring your own bike and/or helmet if your child prefers. Because it’s primarily an outdoor environment, you’ll want to dress for the weather and pack the essentials like sunscreen, a hat and water.
It’s also worth noting that there are no café facilities onsite, so it pays to eat beforehand or bring a snack for afterwards if your child gets hungry after riding. The organisers also note that while the Safety School can be hired for birthdays, the school holiday sessions aren’t designed to accommodate birthday groups, so party plans need to be booked separately.
Getting there is easy by public transport or car. Maylands Station is about a 600m walk away, bus stops on Guildford Road are very close to the entrance, and there’s a car park accessible from Peninsula Road. With the facility located near other family-friendly Maylands spots, it’s a convenient option to add into your school holiday planning without trekking across the city.
If you’re looking for an activity that burns energy, builds confidence and reinforces important road-safety habits in a way kids actually enjoy, the Constable Care Safety School is absolutely worth putting on your Perth “to do” list.
Constable Care Safety School
Address: 48 Sixth Avenue, Maylands WA 6051, Australia
Opening hours: School holiday sessions run on selected dates during WA school holidays, typically 9:30am to 12:30pm. Check the current holiday program dates and availability before you go.
Official website: https://constablecare.com.au/program/primary/safety-school/school-holiday-programs/
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Jennie McNichol is on a mission to prove there is always something fun to do in Perth. After 11 years in London working in the television industry for the BBC, Jennie moved to Perth in 2010 and founded Buggybuddys to silence the “nothing to do” crowd. Fifteen years later, it is the city’s number one guide for families, packed with daily inspiration and a huge focus on free local activities.
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