Post-16 transport

This is the consultation on the Local Authority’s Post-16 Transport Policy for 

• learners aged 16 to 18
• continuing learners in further education aged 19-24 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities

Once a young person reaches 16 years of age, we do not have to provide assistance with transport. This applies if that young person chooses to remain in full time education after the age of 16.

Wakefield Council would welcome feedback from the following on the proposed Post 16 Transport Policy for 2025/2026:

• any young people aged 16 to 18 and their parents/carers
• continuing learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities aged 19 to 24 and their parents/carers

This consultation starts on 28 April 2025 and will end on the 9 May 2025.

The proposed Policy is intended to provide clarity for parents/carers and young people facing a wide range of circumstances. It will make sure that young people with significant special educational needs and disabilities are appropriately supported.

We are clear that while we will help parents of young people aged 16+ with special educational needs and disabilities to get their children to college, where appropriate, it is the parent's responsibility to make sure their child attends college. This may involve parents being more involved in taking their child to college rather than them being transported in a taxi or minibus.

Wherever it is appropriate the young person will be encouraged to take part in a program of Independent Travel Training.

You can view our Post-16 Transport Policy for 2025 to 2026. School travel and transport - Wakefield Council

If you wish to comment on the proposed Post 16 Transport Policy please put them in writing to:

Karen Oxer/Kelly Francis
Policy and Strategy Officer
Learner Support Services
Post 16 Transport Consultation
Wakefield One
PO Box 700
Burton Street
Wakefield
WF1 2EB

Any comments must be made by 9 May 2025.