Post-16 transport policy
Your questions answered
Do all Post 16 Students Qualify?
No. If you can access provision throughout West Yorkshire by using a School Plus Metrocard (which is already heavily subsidised) then no further financial assistance would be given. What happens if the course I want to do is out of Authority?
Then you have to meet the criteria as outlined within the Provision for 2012/13. It is means tested and you have to be able to demonstrate financial hardship.
They also have to be travelling to a provision that is over and above 3 miles from your home address.
You will also only qualify if an equivalent or similar course cannot be found within Calderdale.
If a student at Post 16 has a Special Educational need – do they automatically qualify?
Not necessarily.
Learners who have a Special Educational Need will be treated no less favourably than other learners. Mobility allowances will be taken into account.
They still have to meet the criteria as outlined within the provision and must be able to demonstrate financial hardship. If their household income is above that of £30,810 then they may only be offered reduced assistance with transport costs, which is either a contribution of up to 50% towards the cost of transport or reimbursement of 50% of the transport costs if transport is arranged by a parent / guardian.
Can I appeal against my decision, should I not be pleased with the outcome?
The Service Manager with the responsibility for Home to School Transport has the discretion to approve requests for transport assistance in special circumstances if applications are found to justify approval outside the guidance.
Learners who wish to appeal against the decision not to award support or to withdraw existing support should contact the Access Team on 01422 392531 who will send out a Stage One Appeal Form in the first instance.
If learners are not satisfied with the outcome of their Stage One Appeal, a further appeal may be made to the Appeals Panel, which will meet when necessary. Please contact the Access Team on 01422 392531 for a form.
