Special Educational Needs and Disability 

Travel assistance is reviewed on an annual basis and all applications must be made online via: https://www.havering.gov.uk/info/20006/schools_and_education/431/school_support/12

Each application will be assessed and you will be informed of the decision in writing, via email.

We encourage all parents and guardians to apply as soon as possible. 

If no form is received by this date, the local authority will assume the student no longer requires travel assistance for the next academic year.

Havering would like to draw your attention to some key aspects of the Travel Assistance Policy:

·       It is the parent/guardian’s responsibility to ensure that their children attend school regularly

·       Students who are able to travel independently, use public transport or be transported to school by a parent/guardian or other appropriate person will be encouraged to do so

·       All travel options are explored for students and any assistance offered will look at what is efficient and effective, both in terms of sustainability and cost

·       Students who have additional travel needs will be offered the most independent and personally enabling solution for their situation and be supported if required

·       The travel needs of students will be reviewed regularly to ensure the arrangements are still appropriate for their assessed needs

·       Where travel assistance is provided, the most cost-effective mode of transport that meets the individual’s needs must always be used

·      The use of existing provision such as free travel on public transport will be encouraged wherever possible

Further information

Should you have any queries relating to the travel assistance application/eligibility, or to update your personal information if anything changes, please contact CADTransport@Havering.gov.uk.