School Zone Line Marking
We've marked school zones at over 800 schools across Australia since 2009. Dragon's teeth patterns, 40km/h stencils, crossing points, and kiss-and-drop zones that meet every state's requirements. Our work protects students every school day.
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Why School Zone Marking Is About Protecting Children, Not Just Compliance?
A primary school in Thomastown called us after a near-miss incident at their front gate. A driver claimed they didn't notice the school zone because the faded dragon's teeth markings blended into the grey asphalt. The 40km/h stencil was barely visible. Within a week, we'd remarked the entire school zone with fresh dragon's teeth, bright yellow 40km/h numerals, and high-visibility white edge lines. The principal told us three months later that drivers were finally slowing down.School zone marking isn't just about council compliance. It's about creating visual cues that force drivers to recognise they're entering an area where children are present. Dragon's teeth patterns work because they're unusual. Drivers notice them even subconsciously. Combined with large numerals and proper edge lines, they create a visual environment that says slow down.Every state has slightly different school zone requirements. Victoria uses standard dragon's teeth with 40km/h numerals. New South Wales requires specific spacing and additional warning elements. Queensland has its own specifications again. We've worked in every state and understand these differences. Getting it wrong means council rejection and rework costs.
Key Benefits
Thermoplastic dragon's teeth and numerals that withstand heavy traffic for 5 to 8 years in school zones
State-specific designs meeting VicRoads, Transport NSW, TMR Queensland and all other authority requirements
Kiss-and-drop zone marking with numbered bays, directional arrows, and time-limited standing areas
High-visibility yellow 40km/h stencils sized for maximum driver recognition at approach speeds
Pedestrian crossing marking including zebra stripes, kerb ramps, and tactile ground surface indicators
Holiday scheduling standard to avoid term-time disruption, with overnight options for urgent works
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Professional Marking
Expert application with premium materials
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Compliance Standards
School Zone Pavement Markings
AS 1742.2:2009 Section 5, specific requirements for school zone marking including dragon's teeth dimensions, spacing, and placement relative to school boundaries and crossing points.
Speed Limit Pavement Markings
AS 1742.2:2009 Section 4.6, specifies requirements for speed limit numerals painted on roads including the 40km/h markings critical to school zone visibility and compliance.
Pedestrian Crossing Markings
AS 1742.10:2016, governs pedestrian crossing marking including zebra crossings commonly located within school zones. Specifies stripe widths, spacing, and kerb marking requirements.
Thermoplastic Material Performance
AS 4049.4:2005, specifies performance requirements for thermoplastic marking materials. School zones require durable materials that maintain visibility under heavy traffic from buses and parent vehicles.
Tactile Ground Surface Indicators
AS/NZS 1428.4.1:2009, where school zones include pedestrian infrastructure, tactile indicators must comply with this standard for visually impaired pedestrians.
Austroads School Zone Guidelines
AGTTM Part 10 Appendix D, provides supplementary guidance on school zone design including marking integration with signage, time-based operation, and approach treatments.
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All our work meets or exceeds Australian Standards and state road authority requirements
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AS 1742
Traffic Control Devices
Specifies line colours, widths, arrow designs, and placement for road markings. Ensures all traffic control devices meet national safety standards.
AS/NZS 2890
Parking Facilities
Covers bay dimensions (2.4m × 5.4m standard, 3.2m × 5.4m accessible), aisle widths, and traffic flow requirements for compliant parking areas.
AS 4586
Slip Resistance
Defines slip resistance classifications (P rating) for pedestrian surfaces. Critical for wet areas, ramps, and high-traffic zones.
AS/NZS 1428
Access & Mobility
Sets requirements for accessible parking bays, tactile indicators, and mobility access. Essential for DDA compliance and accessibility audits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dragon's teeth are triangular white markings on either side of the road pointing toward drivers. They create a strong visual narrowing effect that subconsciously encourages speed reduction. AS 1742.2 specifies exact dimensions: each tooth is typically 3m long and 600mm wide at the base, placed 6m apart.
School holidays are ideal because we can work during the day without disrupting school operations or creating safety risks around students. We schedule most school zone work for term breaks. For roads around schools, overnight work is also possible during term time.
Thermoplastic school zone markings last 5 to 8 years depending on traffic volumes. Areas directly in front of school gates with constant bus and car traffic may wear faster. We use higher-grade thermoplastic with extra glass beads in high-wear areas for extended life.
Yes, we do comprehensive kiss-and-drop zone marking including numbered bays, 2-minute standing symbols, directional arrows, and NO PARKING text where required. We work with schools to design layouts that maximise throughput during peak drop-off times.
Yes, each state road authority has variations. Victoria and NSW both use dragon's teeth but with different spacing specifications. Queensland has additional requirements around emu crossings. We've worked in every state and ensure compliance with local authority requirements.
Complete school zone marking includes dragon's teeth entry treatment, 40km/h numerals, edge lines through the zone, crossing markings, and kiss-and-drop zone layout. Upload your site plan or call James on 0468 069 002 to discuss your school's specific needs.
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