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Home to School Travel and Transport Policy

Meeting: 25/02/2021 - Executive Board (Item 65)

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Minutes:

The Board received the Home to School Travel and Transport Policy, as required under the Department for Education (DfE) Home to School Travel and Transport Guidance (statutory guidance) 2014; the Education Act 1996; and the Education and Inspections Act 2006.

 

It was noted that the Council’s current Policy was regularly reviewed to ensure it met statutory requirements.  Further to an investigation made by the Local Government Ombudsman, the Council was asked to consider some recommendations that would further enhance the Policy and assist parents and carers in their understanding of school admissions and eligibility to assistance with transport. 

 

The revised Policy incorporated the Ombudsman’s recommendations and there were no changes to the eligibility criteria, which were statutorily set.  It was noted that in addition to the minor Policy amendments, a revision of the guidance notes and application forms was in progress.  These would provide enhanced information for parents and carers and support them with their application for assistance with transport.

 

Reason(s) for Decision

 

The decision is required to fulfil the Council’s statutory duty to promote the use of sustainable travel and transport and provide assistance with transport to eligible children and young people.

 

Alternative Options Considered and Rejected

 

None.

 

Implementation Date

 

With immediate effect following approval.

 

RESOLVED:  That the Executive Board approve the Home to School Travel and Transport Policy 2020-21 (Statutory School Age) for implementation, with immediate effect.