Consultation on a draft School Travel Policy 2025-2026 and Post-16 Travel Policy Statement 2025-2026
Southampton City Council is consulting on the proposed changes to a draft School Travel Service Draft Policy for 2025-2026 and Post-16 Travel Policy Statement 2025-2026.
The draft School Travel Service Policy 2025-2026 and Post-16 Travel Policy Statement 2025-2026 set out Southampton City Council’s approach to the operation of the School Travel Service in Southampton. It outlines how the council will deliver its statutory responsibilities to provide travel support for eligible children and students under the Education Acts 1996 and 2011, and the Equality Act 2010. It also details local policy for the operation of the School Travel Service in Southampton.
We would like to hear your thoughts on the proposals and any impacts or alternative suggestions you would like us to consider. Now is your opportunity to have your say.
Complete consultation questionnaire
Complete the easy-read version of the questionnaire
The consultation closes Monday 28 October 2024 at 5pm.
You can also email your consultation feedback or queries to yourcity.yoursay@southampton.gov.uk.
Paper copies of the questionnaires can be requested to be printed at Southampton libraries, or downloaded and printed as a paper version. See ‘additional information’ below.
Additional information
- Draft School Travel Service Draft Policy for 2025-2026
- Draft Post-16 Travel Policy Statement 2025-2026
- Draft equality and safety impact assessment
- Paper version of the questionnaire
- Easy read summary and questionnaire (document)
Information sessions
We are holding a range of sessions both in person and virtually for parents, carers, schools and colleges. If you would like to attend a session to find out more about the proposals or ask questions, please see the list of sessions below:
Parents, carers and young people
Date | Time | Location | Room Booked |
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9 September | 12noon-1.30pm | Bitterne Precinct | Holy Saviour Church |
12 September | 1-2.30pm | Southampton City Council Civic Office | Committee Room One |
18 September | 6-7.30pm |
Virtual
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Microsoft Teams |
19 September | 11am-12.30pm | Lordshill | Community Centre |
25 September | 11am-12.30pm | Ocean Village | Harbour Lights Cinema |
25 September | 6-7.30pm |
Virtual
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Microsoft Teams |
7 October | 11am-12.30pm | Springwell School, Hinkler Rd, Thornhill, Southampton SO19 6DH | School reception to advise on arrival |
10 October | 11am-12.30pm | Great Oaks School, Vermont Close, Southampton SO16 7LT | School reception to advise on arrival |
Schools and colleges
Date | Time | Location | Room Booked |
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9 September | 3.30-5pm | Virtual | Microsoft Teams |
17 September | 11am-12.30pm | Southampton City Council Civic Office or virtual | Room 121 or Microsoft Teams |
18 September | 3.30-5pm | Virtual | Microsoft Teams |
23 September | 3.30-5pm | Virtual | Microsoft Teams |