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School Transport

School transport in Middlesbrough & Teesside

Safe, DBS-checked minibus transport for school trips, sports fixtures and educational visits.

A white Compare Minibus Travel minibus used for school transport

When it’s pupils in the vehicle, safety isn’t a nice-to-have, it’s the whole job. We provide school transport across Middlesbrough, Stockton-on-Tees, Darlington and the wider Teesside area, working with schools, colleges and PTAs on everything from a single educational visit to regular term-time bookings. We understand that staff booking transport are ultimately responsible for the pupils in their care, so we aim to make the practical side as straightforward as possible.

Every driver is DBS-checked

We know schools and parents need complete confidence in who’s behind the wheel. Every driver we use is fully DBS checked and professionally trained, on top of holding the correct licensing for passenger transport. It’s a non-negotiable part of how we operate, not an extra we mention only when asked.

Trips, fixtures and educational visits

From museum and theatre trips to residential collections and sports fixtures, we’ve transported school groups to venues across the North East and beyond. Our minibuses, from 5 to 16 seats, suit anything from a small group activity to a full class outing, with room for kit or luggage where needed. Teachers and trip organisers can agree pickup and return times in advance, which makes it easier to plan the rest of the school day around the trip.

Safety standards you can rely on

Our whole fleet is safety inspected every six weeks, in addition to routine servicing, and every seat is fitted with a seatbelt. Vehicles are fully licensed and insured for pupil transport, so schools booking with us know the basics are covered before a single pupil boards. These checks happen as a matter of routine, not just before a booking, so the standard stays consistent whether it’s a familiar local trip or a longer journey further afield.

Working with schools, colleges and PTAs

We regularly work directly with school offices, PTAs and colleges to arrange transport for both one-off trips and recurring bookings, such as a weekly sports fixture or after-school activity. Booking staff can deal with the same point of contact each time rather than starting from scratch for every trip, which tends to make last-minute changes and rearranged dates far easier to manage. If you need a dependable point of contact for term-time transport, we’re happy to discuss a repeat arrangement that takes the admin off your plate.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Are your drivers DBS checked for school transport?

Yes, every driver we use is fully DBS checked, in addition to being professionally trained and licensed, which we know matters most to schools and parents booking pupil transport.

What kind of school journeys can you help with?

We cover educational visits, sports fixtures, theatre and museum trips, residential drop-offs and collections, and general term-time transport for schools, colleges and PTAs.

How do you ensure the minibus is safe for pupils?

Our entire fleet undergoes safety inspections every six weeks on top of routine servicing, every seat is fitted with a seatbelt, and vehicles are fully licensed and insured for passenger transport.

Can you book a regular run for the same trip each week?

Yes, we can arrange a repeat booking for regular fixtures or activities, such as a weekly sports trip or after-school club, so you don't need to rebook each time.

How much notice do you need for a school trip booking?

We'd recommend booking as early as possible once your trip is confirmed, particularly around exam season and end-of-term trips when demand is highest, though we can often help with shorter notice too.

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