Transport Post 16 in Richmond

What is it?

On this page you can find the transport policies for Richmond for young people with SEND aged 5 to 16 and post 16.

Why might it be of interest?

The duty on local authorities to provide free or subsidised travel support to students post-16 is not the same as for younger children.  But an LA does have to have a published transport policy statement specifying arrangements for the provision of transport where it is necessary for facilitate attendance.

Transport can be a tricky area for our older young people with the LA potentially pushing a young person to be more independent travelers than parents believe is the case.  It is important that you understand the LA’s policy so that you can better argue for the travel support that is most appropriate for your young person.

There are a number of travel options for young people post 16 and it may well be that one of them would work for your young person and these are detailed in this policy.

It is particularly important to be aware of and discussing any travel arrangements needed if your young person is changing educational setting.  Do not assume that arrangements to your liking will automatically be made and especially take care if your young person will be attending a school/college placement that is not the LA’s first choice.  Discuss travel arrangements alongside making the placement decision.