Draft Education Transport Policy

Background Information

The Education Transport Policy, which is currently active dates back to 2009, and although there is no change to the statutory requirements associated with providing transport for learners, the policy needs to be reviewed in order to:

1. Ensure we are meeting the Welsh Government’s statutory requirements and guidelines: The need to consult at least 12 months before introducing a change to some or all the discretionary elements of the policy.
2. Ensure clarity on the discretionary elements for fairness for children, young people and their families: There is inconsistency in the content of the current policy across all areas.
3. Ensure that the policy is fit for purpose and clear and easy to implement within the resources available:The policy is outdated which means that elements of it can no longer be implemented due to the Welsh Government’s statutory requirements and guidelines. The policy is also vague, which makes it difficult for the Authority to make clear and balanced decisions about education transport. 

The main changes proposed to the Draft Education Transport Policy are in the following areas:

• Empty Seats Scheme
• Faith Schools
• Dual Residency
• Post-16 transport 

Documents

• Draft Education Transport Policy
• Impact assessment

Have your say

Please complete the survey to have your say:

Education Transport Policy: on-line survey

Closing date: 13:00 on 20 March 2026

If you require paper copies or the documents in another format, please contact us by calling (01766) 771000 or e-mailing educationtransport@gwynedd.llyw.cymru

Post: Education Transport, Cyngor Gwynedd, Stryd y Jêl, Caernarfon, Gwynedd, LL55 1SH