Apply for the School Transport Farepaying Scheme

For pupils who are not entitled to free home to school transport to apply for a spare seat on a school bus or a discounted train pass to school or college

This service is for applying for the school transport farepaying scheme. You can read Fare Payer Scheme for school travel.

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DECLARATION – PLEASE READ CAREFULLY To be completed by parent or guardian
1. I have checked the Farepayer Scheme guide to determine whether I qualify for a guaranteed place on a school bus. I understand that if I do not qualify for a guaranteed place, there may not be any transport available.
2. I agree*
4. 2 I agree to pay the relevant cost, as detailed in the current Farepayer Scheme guide.
  
  The Standard Rate applies to all primary, secondary and Post 16 students. It is £930 per student for the 2023/24 school year and it is £990 per student for the 2024/25 school year.
  
  The price of a train pass varies according to the journey. Please contact us to confirm the cost of your particular journey.
  
  I understand that transport for Farepayers is only awarded for one year at a time, so I will need to reapply every year.
5. I agree*
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Apply for the School Transport Farepaying Scheme

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