Transport

We have a simple digital application form for families to use when applying for transport assistance. 

If a parent or carer wants to apply for transport assistance, they should submit application form through the below links:

• Click here if your child will be attending a school or SILC
• Click here if your child will be attending a college

You will not receive notification of their digital application being received by our team; however, we monitor applications daily and application are usually assessed within three weeks.

If you have any questions regarding transport arrangements contact passenger transport services at csd.passengers@leeds.gov.uk or 0113 378 1820.

The Independent travel training team help people aged five to 24 who have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) or an Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP) to travel more independently.

Independent travel training is free for children and young people who are:

• eligible for transport assistance
• children who are looked after

A dedicated travel buddy will join you on public transport to and from school or college.

As your confidence grows we will help you to become more independent and prepare you for adulthood.

You will receive a tailored travel plan so that you can track your progress.

Click here to download the independent travel training information flyer. 

Contact Details: 

• Tel: 0113 535 1990 
• Email: ITTLeeds@leeds.gov.uk
• Website: https://www.leeds.gov.uk/schools-and-education/school-transport/independent-travel-training   

Metro – train and bust timetables

Visit the Metro website to find out about:

• Ticket Prices
• Bus routes
• Train routes

The metro website has information about travelling to and from school using buses (public transport). You will find information about bus passes and school bus timetables.

Contact Details: 

• Tel: 0113 245 7676 
• Email: metroline@westyorks-ca.gov.uk 
• Website: http://www.wymetro.com/ 

Leeds City Council – travelling by taxis or private hire vehicles

Leeds City Council are responsible for making sure that taxi and private hire trade in Leeds is operated in a safe and professional manner and that the correct standards of safety and comfort are satisfied by all licensed drivers, vehicles and operators.

As well as drivers, all of our licensed vehicles have undergone and passed stringent tests for roadworthiness to ensure they meet MOT standards and comply with the current licensing conditions before a licence is issued.

To stay safe, follow these taxi aware rules:

• only use a licensed taxi or pre-booked private hire vehicle
• never get into a vehicle other than the one you have booked or a Hackney carriage you have hailed in the street or at a taxi rank
• confirm the driver is licensed and that they have a badge
• sharing a vehicle is a great idea and always sit in the back seats
• if you have any doubts, don’t get in and order another vehicle

Connect in the North have developed a travelling by taxi's guide. Click here to download the guide. 

Contact Details: 

• Tel: 0113 378 1570 
• Email: taxiprivatehire.licensing@leeds.gov.uk 
  Website: https://www.leeds.gov.uk/licensing/taxi-and-private-hire-licensing/are-you-taxi-aware 

Our post 16 transport policy statement provides information about the transport support available for students aged 16-18 and young people aged 19 to 25 with learning difficulties or disabilities to attend places of learning.

You can read the Post 16 Transport Policy here.

Many parents and carers of children in year 6 will be soon applying for high schools. Some families of children without EHCP's choose schools that are far away from home because they feel that the school would be able to better meet their needs than a school that is close to home.

Please see further information around transport eligibility in the Children's Transport Policy. The Children's Transport Team also refer to this information in the 'invitation to apply' letters that families receive from the admissions service.

The Children's Transport Team want to set realistic expectations for families. For travel purposes, Children's Transport advise that a family should apply for a school that is closest to them in terms of walking distance. If families choose a school that is further away, it may be parental responsibility to ensure that their child attends school. This is even if a parent or carer feels that a school further way may be able to meet the SEND needs of their child better than a school that is close to their home. 

The Children's Transport Team advise that when a family is choosing a school, that the family thinks about how their child will travel there. In many cases, the council will not be able to support with home-to-school transport. 

Please get in touch if you have any questions. 

Please visit our website here or email us at Send.TransportApplications@Leeds.gov.uk.