Parents
This section is designed for parents/guardians of pupils who currently use or would like to start using public transport to travel to school.
Often starting secondary school is the first time your child will have to use public transport. You may find it useful to download the Pupil Guide to Public Transport leaflet as it has some useful information on how to use public transport and also looks at acceptable behaviour.
A Pupil Guide to Public Transport (980k)
Travelling sustainably by walking, cycling or using public transport can encourage active and healthy lifestyles and can help to keep pupils focused and attentive in the classroom. Travelling to school is an important part of school life for all pupils and planning the journey carefully can assist in a hassle free journey to school.
Behaviour on public transport
Travelling to School on Public Transport: A Parent/Guardian Guide (2.74MB)
This section will give you some tips on how you can encourage your child to behave and act safely and responsibly on the journey to school. It is particularly important to ensure that your child is aware of the following:-
- Understands how to get on and off a bus safely.
- Has their bus pass or fare on each journey to and from school.
- Knows how to get to and from the bus stop safely.
- Considers adults standing and be ready to give up their seat if necessary.
- Understands that they should not drop litter on board public transport.
- Understands that passengers are not allowed to smoke on board public transport.
Consequences of unacceptable and dangerous behaviour
The following could happen as a result of unacceptable or irresponsible behaviour.
- Withdrawal of bus pass
- Ban from using the bus
- Police prosecution
- Payment for damage caused by vandalism.
To find out how your child can get to school by public transport please use the online journey planner at www.networkwestmidlands.com and click on journey planner. You can also call Traveline on 0871 200 2233.
