12 best bike helmets for kids: Fun designs that will keep children safe

Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for insider tips and product reviews from our shopping experts Sign up for our free IndyBest email Sign up for our free IndyBest email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A helmet is an essential bit of kit for little ones as they take to two wheels but choosing one that’s safe and that kids will actually wear sometimes feels like an impossible task. That’s where we come in, as we’ve been putting myriad kids’ helmets to the test, to bring you the ones approved by parents and children alike. When choosing a kids’ helmet, it’s important to make sure the fit is just right – too small or too big and it won’t provide adequate protection. How we tested the best kids’ bike helmets open image in gallery We recruited a range of mini testers, from toddlers up to primary-school kids With the help of our mini testers, we’ve been putting these helmets through their paces for at least a month – some have been tested for up to a year.