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School Buses

School buses are a great way of cutting down traffic. As an example, a 30 seat bus will on average take 15-20 cars off the road. In an area like Hampstead, which has a very high concentration of schools, a multi-school bus service has the potential to be very successful. 

Why multiple schools?
 

  • Efficiency – if every school ran their own bus service, the streets would be clogged with buses

  • Buying power – negotiating as a large group provides lower prices for all

  • Maximising capacity – the more children on buses, the more cars off the road

  • Wider catchment – families with children at multiple schools in the area will benefit greatly from the service

  • Inclusivity – families at smaller schools or at schools where demand is lower do not lose out

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How would this multi-school bus service work?
 

  • Each bus would service multiple schools

  • Few pick up points on each route at key locations

  • Drop off at a few central locations, within easy access of multiple schools

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The team at Green School Runs has been working to set up a viable and sustainable system of multi-school buses in London, NW3, since the start of 2019, with varying success. 

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If you want to know more, or would like to register your interest in the school buses, email us at: info@greenschoolruns.org

© 2024 by Green School Runs - UK registered charity No. 1189167

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