Transport Entitlement
School and College Transport (other than for Special Education)
Free transport is generally restricted to pupils who attend their catchment area school and live the necessary distance from the school.
Under 8 years of age
Free transport will be provided if living more than 1.5 miles from the catchment school (statutory limit 2 miles).
8-16 years of age
Free transport will be provided if living more than 2 miles from the catchment school (statutory limit 3 miles).
Post 16 years of age
Free transport will also be provided for post 16 pupils / students if they live more than 2 miles from their college campus or catchment school. Provision will either be in the form of a Travel Grant (currently £45.00 per term) or a season ticket. Students with special needs eg wheelchair provision may be provided with Specialised contracted transport (subject to review). A copy of the Post 16 statement| is available to download here.
Nursery Transport
Parents should be aware that the Authority does not provide transport for nursery aged children.
Full details on the Authority's Transport policy relating to mainstream, Welsh and Voluntary Aided (Church) schools can be found in the Schools Information Booklet|.
For further information on entitlement contact Kath Worwood, Access and Opportunity Team on 01633 648119.
Alternatively you can download the relevant application forms below
A copy of the Transport Code of Practice| is available to download here.