Children in Watford and Rickmansworth have been presented with 170 high-visibilty vests to stay safe in the dark afternoons.
Specsavers in the two towns donated the vests to West Herts Tennis Club and Maple Cross Juniour Mixed Infants and Nursery School in aid of Road Safety Week.
The opticians also talked to the children about the importance of keeping eyes healthy.
Store manager of Specsavers Watford, Jigna Udani, said: "Since the clocks have gone back and nights have got darker, we hope our donation will help keep parents’ and teachers’ minds at ease when they’re escorting their children to and from school."
Headteacher at Maple Cross JMI and Nursery School, Mr D Roberts, said: "We’re very grateful for these vests - they will be put to good use, especially with nights becoming darker.
"The safety of our pupils is of the utmost importance. These vests will allow the children to walk safely as it gets darker outside, as well as ensure the children are visible to drivers on outings and school trips."
Store director of Specsavers Rickmansworth, Shilan Haria, added: "We want to make sure that children are safe and visible at night as winter is fast approaching."
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