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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

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

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. 

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

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