letter to schools about the Dutch reach

Since the start of the school term I've nearly been 'doored' a few times outside a local school on my commute route, and I know a few others on the commute thread have had similar close calls.

I've penned a draft letter which I'm planning on sending to the local school which I thought I'd share and get some feedback on before I send it out.
perhaps it can be used as a template for others to send to local schools as well?

Hi.

I was wondering if it would be possible for the school to engage with pupils about the danger to cyclists, car users and pedestrians of exiting vehicles without looking before opening doors.

I've had a few near misses since the beginning of term where pupils have been dropped off outside the school, quite often on the zig-zag lines at the pedestrian crossing when the lights are red, without checking if it is safe to open their doors beforehand.

Hopefully you are aware of the recent changes to the highway code which encourage use of the 'Dutch reach' when exiting vehicles? If not, here is a link to a short video explaining the dangers of opening car doors and the technique which helps avoid these dangers.

https://youtu.be/WeM984dk220

Perhaps it could be played to pupils during form time?

While the responsibility ultimately lies with the driver, I feel that reaching out to the pupils directly might have more impact than contacting parents / carers.

I know many of your pupils cycle to school, and hopefully as a school you want to encourage safe, active travel.

Regards,