Independent travel training

Apply for independent travel training

We help children and young people and children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to travel independently to school or college. 

How we can help

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

  • eligible for transport assistance
  • looked after in Leeds

A dedicated travel buddy will join you on public transport to and from school or college. As your confidence and skills grow, your travel buddy will reduce the support they provide until you are fully independent. 

Our nationally recognised good practice in independent travel training has previously enabled approximately 2,000 children, young people, and adults to travel independently. This increases life skills, raises self-esteem, and prepares young people for adulthood.

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

Our service is provided by an experienced Open Awards Level 2 accredited team.

Social workers can also refer adults who need help to travel by emailing travelproject.team@leeds.gov.uk.

How to apply

If you think that your child is eligible after reading the transport policy, you should complete an online application form.

Children and young people of school age between reception and Year 11 (and those attending a SILC post-16) can apply for support using the school travel application form.

Apply for SEND travel assistance for schoolExternal link

Young people aged over 16 who are attending a college can apply for support using the home to college travel application form.

Apply for SEND travel assistance for collegeExternal link
If you cannot use our forms, help is available

If you cannot use our forms, help is available. Email send.transportapplications@leeds.gov.uk or call 0113 535 1990 and an officer will help you complete the online form on your behalf over the phone, and will advise you of the next steps.    

    
    

We will aim to contact you within 15 working days of receiving your completed application form.

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