Transport

Transport

Transport to school up to the age of 16

Local authorities are required to provide transport where it is necessary to ensure a child’s attendance at school.  This applies to all young people aged up to 16 including those with special educational needs or disabilities.

Any enquiries regarding school transport should be first made to your local authority.

Transport to Further Education, Sixth Form, or Sixth Form College

If you are aged 16-18 or continuing on a course that you started before your 19th birthday and you are attending a Further Education course at a sixth form school, sixth form college or a Further Education institution, you may be able to get help.

For young people attending school over the age of 16, Each local authority has its own policy.

You can also enquire directly with the College, Sixth Form or Sixth Form College that you are applying for, and don't forget you can apply for Education Maintenance Allowance.

Transport for Students with a Learning Difficulty or Disability

If you have a learning difficulty or disability you may be able to get help with transport to and from college.  This support is offered to students who are 19 and under but help may be available up to the age of 25.  It can also depend on which college you are planning to study at.  Transport may only be available to the nearest college if they can offer the same course and facilities.  However, transport should not be seen as a barrier to accessing college and if necessary joint funding with other agencies such as the Learning and Skills Council could be considered.

You may also be able to get some mobility or independence training if you want to become more confident at using public transport.  Your local councils Neighbourhood Travel Team will be able to help.

The Children's and Young People's Directorate have people who can advise you about transport for students with a learning difficulty or disability:

Halton - Chris Harrison

Tel: 01928 704350

Knowsley - Lynne Bennett

Tel: 0151 443 3256

Liverpool - Cathy Rudd or Tracey Jackson

Tel: 0151 225 5167 or 0151 225 5154

St Helen's - Anne Lofthouse

Tel: 01704 455365

Sefton - Jane Clark

Tel: 0151 934 3487

Wirral - Rob Smith

Tel: 0151 606 2000

Transport to Work Based Learning and Apprenticeships

As well as Education Maintenance Allowance, you may be able to receive travel support from the learning organisation you are with. Your Connexions Personal Adviser can help you check this.

If you are Employed

Your employer may offer travel expenses. You need to check directly with them.

Help with Transport whilst on an Activity Agreement

You may be able to receive help with travel to activities arranged within an Activity Agreement, for example a bus pass. You can discuss this directly with your Connexions Personal Adviser.

Local Projects

You may find that your area has a local project to help certain people with travel. For example, a Neighbourhood Travel Team.

Contact Us and check if anything is available in your area.

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