Home to School Transport
St Francis Xavier School currently operates four dedicated bus services. Passes are issued for either zone A, zone B or Zone C and are not transferrable to other routes.
*The daily rate for a pass for the 2024/25 academic year is:
- Zone A - £4.45 per day
- Zone B - £5.95 per day
- Zone C - £6.20 per day
* SFX reserves the right to update pricing should a provider withdraw their service
Applications for Academic Year 2025/26
We are currently in the process of tendering our bus services for the next academic year. Details on how to apply for a bus place from September 2025 will be shared here once this process is completed.
Documents
SFX Bus Conditions 2024-2025
FAQs
Do I need to apply every year?
Yes, a new application must be submitted each academic year.
When is the deadline?
The deadline for applications for the 2023/24 academic year is 9.00 am on Monday 1st July 2024.
What happens if I miss the deadline?
You should submit the requested documentation as soon as possible. Any late applications will be processed on a first come, first served basis.
What happens if my child is not allocated a seat on their chosen route?
You will be offered the closest alternative to your requested pickup point. If this is not suitable your child's name will be added to a waiting list for their chosen route.
When will my child receive their bus pass?
Providing all of the requested documentation has been submitted on time, you can expect to receive your child's pass towards the end of the Summer Term.
I would like to pay for my child(ren)'s pass in one full payment. Can I do this?
Yes, you may pay in one single payment. Once your child's place on their chosen route has been confirmed, the remaining balance will be assigned to their ParentPay account.
If you have any further questions regarding home to school transport please contact the school office on 01748 823414.