Early years
Who is this section for?
This section relates to children under the statutory school age (under 5) who have been assessed as having special educational need.
What support is available?
Knowsley Council does not ordinarily provide any assistance with home to school transport for children attending nursery/pre-school classes or for children who are under 5. This is because children under 5 travel free on buses, trains and ferries within Merseyside. Local Authorities do not provide any assistance to children who attend an independent (private fee paying) school.
The council may provide transport to children with SEND who are under 5 attending reception class in line with eligibility for school aged children with SEND in exceptional circumstances, such as children who turn 5 later on in the same academic school year. As such If a child has been assessed as having a special educational need then in exceptional circumstances the Council may be able to offer assistance dependent upon individual circumstance.
Is there a charge?
No. There are currently no charges for those accessing this service.
Who is eligible to apply?
As noted above, this service is not automatically available. Cases will be assessed on an individual basis.
How do I apply?
Please apply for travel support using the link below. https://transport.knowsley.gov.uk