This information is for schools and educational settings. We have developed some lesson plans and fun activities which can be used in class to inform conversations about planning, what makes a good place to live, what do you love about where you live, how would you change it…
We have two big consultations happening right now until the 13 October:
- The Local Plan – about homes, green spaces, jobs and community development
- The Local Transport Plan – about how we move around Dorset now and in the future
These plans will shape Dorset for years to come, and we want to hear from students of all ages. The consultations are a chance for students to have their say on the future of Dorset from where they’ll live, how they’ll travel, and where they might work.
What’s available?
We have created activity packs to help students explore what makes a good place to live and how planning affects their communities.
There are tailored resources for:
- lower primary
- upper primary
- secondary students
- sixth form students
These activities are designed to spark discussion and support responses to the consultations. They can be used in class or as homework, and are a great way to get students thinking about their local area and future.
The packs:
- activity sheet for year 4 and under
- lesson plan for year 5 and year 6
- lesson plan for year 7 to year 10
- lesson plan for sixth form
- Local Transport Plan colouring activity sheet
Easy-read versions
We know the consultation documents can be complex, so we’ve also provided easy-read versions to help inform classroom conversations.
The easy-read versions:
- Local Plan easy read - This can be filled in online or printed. If you need this in a different format, email us
- Local Transport Plan easy read school version - This can be filled in online or printed. If you need this in a different format, email us
How to send us your thoughts
Please send all responses by 13 October and include the age range of students in your response.
Send responses by email to:
- Local Plan: planningpolicyconsult@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
- Local Transport Plan: transportplan@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
Students can respond:
- as a class or individually
- by completing the easy-read document - you only need to fill in what you want to comment on
- by simply emailing us their thoughts