The council said it was a ‘real achievement for our city’
Hull has been revealed as the country’s top location for the delivery of cycle training to children, according to figures from The Bikeability Trust. The council has since said it is a ‘real achievement for our city.’
Between April 2024 and March 2025, 99% of Year 6 pupils in the city received either Level 1 and 2 or Level 2 Bikeability training, putting Hull in the top spot. Since taking over full delivery of all Bikeability training in the city, Hull City Council said it has taken additional steps to reduce cancellations and increase participation and has also rolled out training to all primary schools in the city.
The council’s training providers, QTS and First Step Cycle, also run catch-up sessions for pupils and support those children in the city who are home educated. Councillor Mark Ieronimo, cabinet portfolio holder for transport and infrastructure, said it was a real achievement for the city.
He said: “We are really proud to be number one in the country for delivering cycle training to children. It is a real achievement for our city. Teaching our young people this essential life skill is hugely important. Not only does Bikeability teach them how to cycle, but it also supports independence and builds social skills and a sense of wellbeing.
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“Bikeability is also a key road safety initiative and underlines the council’s commitment to safer cycling, both now and in the future. Delivering Bikeability training in the city helps the council to achieve several priorities set out in our community plan, including creating a healthier and fairer Hull, developing safe and welcoming neighbourhoods and tackling the climate emergency.
“We have continuously maintained a strong position in the national rankings when it comes to cycle training, and we will continue to build on our success to ensure no child leaves school without the knowledge, confidence and opportunity to cycle.”
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Emily Cherry, chief executive of The Bikeability Trust, said: “As we approach almost six million children trained, it’s clear we’re delivering on our mission to activate a nation of cyclists. We’d like to congratulate Hull City Council on achieving such an outstanding outcome in terms of Bikeability training and for maintaining such a consistent approach for many years.
“This year’s impact report shows how we’re increasing access to cycles for the one-in-four children who still don’t have their own, and inspiring children with skills and confidence for a lifetime.”