A safer journey to school
Some children walk several miles to reach school, arriving tired, dusty and already depleted before lessons begin.
Safe school transport is a longer-term MBNCF priority, subject to funding, safeguarding requirements and dependable local partnerships.
Distance should not exclude a child from education
Long journeys can affect punctuality, attendance, safety, energy and the time available for homework or rest.
MBNCF’s vision is for children to reach school safely, consistently and ready to learn. Any future transport programme must be built around verified routes, responsible supervision, safe vehicles and clear safeguarding procedures.
Building a responsible transport programme
Understand the routes
Confirm where children live, how far they travel, school schedules and the routes with the greatest need.
Put safety first
Use suitable vehicles, vetted personnel, safeguarding controls, maintenance plans and clear responsibilities.
Plan for continuity
Budget for fuel, maintenance, insurance, supervision and long-term operation before a service begins.
This vision needs transport, safeguarding and funding partners
MBNCF welcomes responsible conversations with vehicle providers, schools, local organisations, safeguarding specialists and funders.