Shropshire Council

Post-16 (16-19 year olds)

There isn't a statutory duty to provide transport for Post 16 aged students, although we currently offer a contribution scheme for Post 16 students with an  education, health and care plan (EHCP) attending their designated/nearest Post 16 establishment.

The agreed level of contribution for the 2022/23 academic year is £933. Payment can be split into 3 termly payments, payable prior to the start of each term, no refunds are issued for reduced or cancelled travel.

For families on defined benefits (please see below), a contribution towards the cost of the transport assistance will be £299 for the academic year. This can also be split into 3 termly payments and no refunds are issued for reduced or cancelled travel.

  • Income-based jobseekers allowance
  • Income support
  • Free school meals – as authorised by the Authority, not the school that your child is attending
  • Child tax credit with annual income, as assessed by HM Revenue & Customs, of less than £16,190 on 1 September 2022 or subsequently on the date of application
  • Income related Employment and Support Allowance
  • Universal Credit – Provided you have an annual net earned income of no more than £7,400, as assessed by earnings from up to three of your most recent assessment periods
  • The guaranteed element of pension credit

Entitlement will need to be reassessed on an annual basis and necessary evidence must be supplied.

We assess every young person on their individual needs. The obligations that apply to school transport derive from the Education and Inspections Act 2006, (in particular section 508 A-G), and the Department for Education post-16 transport to education and training guidance.

Please take a look at our ‘How to apply’ page or email special.transport.team@shropshire.gov.uk should you have any queries or require further assistance.