Children Crossing Sign: A school, playground or play area is nearby. — Children (Warning sign (Vienna Convention category A))

Children Crossing Sign: meaning and what to do

Quick answer:A school, playground or play area is nearby. Slow down and expect children to step out.

A warning triangle with two children means a school, playground or play area is nearby. Slow down and expect children to step out without warning, especially at the start and end of the school day.

What to do when you see this sign

Slow down and expect children to step out.

Good to know: Often paired with flashing amber lights at school times.

What kind of sign is it?

Warning sign (Vienna Convention category A). Warning signs are triangles with a red border in the UK and most of Europe. They tell you about a hazard ahead so you can slow down and get ready. They don’t give an order on their own, but ignoring the hazard can still lead to careless driving.

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Questions about this sign

What does the stop sign on a school bus mean?

In the US, when a school bus shows flashing red lights and extends its stop arm, traffic must stop. Rules for drivers on the other side of a divided highway vary by state.