10. Applying for Travel Assistance from the Council
How to apply for travel assistance, what happens after you apply, and key timelines, reviews, and reapplication requirements.
Learn moreTravel Assistance Policy for Learners aged 16 to 25
A guide to Sutton’s Post-16 Travel Assistance Policy, outlining eligibility, support, responsibilities, and how to apply or appeal decisions.
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Post-16 Travel Assistance Policy
In this policy:
Explore Our SEND Documents and Policies
- Understanding Personal Budgets
- Home to School Travel Assistance Policy (5-16)
- Travel Assistance Policy for Learners aged 16 to 25
- Personal Travel Budget Policy
- Medical Needs Policy
- SEND Code of Practice
- The Children and Family Act 2014
- SEND provision capital funding for pupils with EHC plans
- London Borough of Sutton SEND Panel Terms of Reference
- London Borough of Sutton Direct Payment Policy
- Sutton's SEND Charter
- Specialist School Provisions in Sutton
- Special Circumstances: Reduced Timetable Guidance
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13. Service Standards
Standards for transport services, including safety, behaviour expectations, vehicle quality, and roles of drivers and passenger assistants.
Learn more14. Safeguarding
Information on safeguarding measures in transport, including safety checks, trained staff, and how concerns are reported and investigated.
Learn more5. Parental Support and Responsibilities
Explains parent/carer responsibilities in supporting travel, including when accompaniment or alternative arrangements are expected.
Learn more9. Travel Assistance for Young Adults Over the Age of 19 with an EHC Plan
Explains travel assistance for young adults aged 19–25 with EHC plans, including eligibility, assessments, and support options available.
Learn more11. The Decision Review Process
Explains how to challenge decisions, including review stages, timescales, and your right to appeal or escalate complaints.
Learn more8. Charging Policy for Young People of Sixth Form Age (16-19)
Explains when charges apply for transport, contribution amounts, payment options, and the impact of non-payment.
Learn more4. Eligibility for Travel Assistance
Explains how eligibility for travel assistance is assessed, including individual needs, journey factors, and when support is considered necessary.
Learn more12. Provision of Travel Assistance
Key information on how travel assistance is delivered, including transport arrangements, responsibilities, and what is covered.
Learn more3. Free and Discounted Travel
Summary of free and discounted travel options, including Oyster cards, railcards, and support to help young people travel independently.
Learn more2. Who This Policy Applies To
Outlines who the TA policy applies to, including eligible Sutton residents aged 16–25 in education or training and key qualifying criteria.
Learn more6. Financial Support for Post-16 Learners
Overview of financial support options, including bursaries and funds to help with travel, accommodation, and study costs.
Learn more1. Introduction
Overview of Sutton’s post-16 travel assistance policy, including eligibility, support available, and how decisions are made.
Learn more7. Travel Assistance Options
Overview of travel assistance options, including training, funding, and transport arrangements for eligible young people.
Learn more15. Comments, Compliments and Complaints
Feedback and complaints for Assisted Travel (Post 16)
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