A walking school bus is not really a bus at all but a group of children who walk to and from school supervised by adults. Like a real bus, it travels at a set time and children leave the bus at special stops situated close to where they live.

The walking school bus is powered by the commitment of adult volunteers who walk as “drivers” and “conductors”. No qualifications or special skills are needed to be an adult volunteer and their work helps to reduce the number of cars near the school and helps to keep children safe and healthy.

Kids and Adults Love It

Walking school buses give children a sense of independence although they are part of a team. They provide a safe, healthy and fun way to travel to and from school, and both children and adults enjoy keeping fit!

If you want to set up a walking school bus at your school we have the information you need to get started.