My child has SEN assistance

If your child is unable to walk to school because of his/her mobility problems or because of associated health and safety issues related to their special educational needs or disability (SEND), and he/she is attending the nearest suitable provision, you may be entitled to assistance with transport.

Assistance can be any one of the following:

• A public service bus pass - for those students who can travel independently.
• Independent Travel training and a public service bus pass.
• Parental mileage - if a family member is able to drive.
• A seat on a hired service with or without a Passenger Assistant.

If you require assistance with transport you will be required to complete a SEND transport application form (PDF, 396 KB)(opens new window), which will include current medical conditions and up-to-date contact details. Completed forms will need to be sent to:

School Transport Team
Atlas House
Corporation Street
St Helens
WA9 1LD

or alternatively email the completed form to schooltransport@sthelens.gov.uk.