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Respite and short break transport

Safe, familiar transport to respite care, short breaks, therapy sessions and activities for children and young people with SEND.

Journeys we run

  • To and from respite and short break services, including overnight stays
  • Therapy, hospital and specialist appointments
  • After-school and holiday clubs and activities
  • Contact visits, arranged with social care teams

How we keep it calm

We use the same trained staff your child already knows from school routes where we can, follow their pupil passport, and agree a handover with a named adult at each end.

Who books it

Council children's services and short breaks teams, respite providers, schools, and families with a direct payment or personal budget.

Questions

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Can a council book respite transport for my child?

Yes. Children's services and short breaks teams often arrange transport to respite and short break services for children with SEND.

Can I use a direct payment to book respite transport?

Often, yes, if your direct payment or personal budget allows it. Check with your council's short breaks team.

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