It's his property and by going on it you are trespassing. It doesn't really matter that he lives across from the school, you're still at fault.
Bikes have the right of way. Just don't be an starfish about it yourself and try to stay out of there way when you can.
He could be less of an arse about it.
He sits with his wife in his garage watching his grass growing.
If I crashed my bike in his yard he'd be all
"GET OFF OF MY YARD YOU'RE GOING TO MAKE A DEAD SPOT IN IT!"
Actually you know I should do that and see his reaction.
Then you could sue them for loads of money. It is a mega-win situation.
Yes, I should do that.