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Home to school transport

We are responsible for transport between home and school for children within North Somerset.

This covers around 3000 eligible pupils and 200 fare-paying pupils who travel on more than 150 routes.

All children allocated a school place within the district will be informed of their transport entitlement by our Schools Admissions team.

Children up to eight years old, who live further than two miles, or children of eight and above, who live further than three miles, from their nearest appropriate school by the shortest walking route may be entitled to free transport.

We can also provide the service if a route has been assessed as exceptionally hazardous or in certain medical cases.

If you feel your child may be entitled to free transport download and fill in our assistance application form.

We also operate a vacant seats payment scheme where spare seats are available at a cost of £52 per term to pupils who would not otherwise be eligible for transport.

However, this service may be discontinued if the capacity of the vehicle changes or if more entitled children need seats.

To apply download and fill in our concessionary application form.

We are sometimes able to provide discretionary transport on medical grounds if your child has a disability or a statement of Special Educational Needs (SEN).

If your child has an SEN statement contact the SEN team
who may be able to help with your application.

Alternatively, contact us direct to discuss your child's needs in terms of transport.

Free transport is also available if you wish your child to attend a voluntary aided school because of your commitment to a faith.

It may apply if the school is beyond the statutory walking distance for your child's age and is the nearest which serves your religion.

To apply download and fill in our denominational transport form.

You will be required to provide evidence of baptism or supporting documents from a minister in order to be considered for this service.

We run a written appeals service where you should provide detailed reasons why you feel your child should be entitled to free transport.

You will not be required to attend a formal appeal hearing but you should include any supporting documents or other evidence along with your letter.

We also monitor and liaise with the external transport contractors who run our routes to ensure they provide a safe, timely and efficient service for your children.

For further information or if you have any concerns about a particular bus route contact our Home to School Transport team.