The form of assistance you are offered will vary on a case by case basis and will be dependent on your family’s circumstances.
If support is agreed by Devon County Council, the Transport Co-ordination Service will decide what the minimum level of support required is. This may be:
- independent travel training
- a vacant seat on a contract vehicle
- a petrol allowance to assist your parents or carers to take you to school or college in the family vehicle
- a financial contribution to assist your parents or carers with the cost of making private transport arrangements to enable you to get to school or college
Will any help offered be free of charge?
No. Any help offered by Devon County Council will be subject to the payment of the parental contribution.
Will any help offered be for the duration of my post-16 studies?
No. Any help offered by Devon County Council will be for that academic year only, or the duration agreed upon, if for a shorter time. You will need to re-apply each academic year.
If you need advice as to which school or college is the nearest to your home, or more help with your travel to education, contact 0345 155 1019.