To be eligible for a concessionary bus pass in St Helens, there are primarily two criteria: statutory eligibility based on distance from school, and low income criteria. Here's a summary of who qualifies:
| Eligibility Criteria | Description |
|---|---|
| Statutory Criteria | Child must be under 8 years and more than 2 miles to school, or over 8 years and more than 3 miles. |
| Low Income Criteria | Child entitled to free school meals or parent receiving maximum working tax credit, living more than 2 miles from one of the three nearest schools. |
| Secondary School Provisions | Families may qualify for passes for children attending a faith school if it's the nearest school between 2 to 15 miles away. |
If you believe you qualify, you can apply online or complete a paper application to the School Transport Team. They'll process your application within 10 school days.