1. Perspectives on Access to Learning Les Coupe Access to Learning Manager 21 st September 2009

2. 14-19 Reform Changes in legislation & structure –Increased compulsory participation age –New range of learning pathways

3. 83 secondary schools 9 FE Colleges 90,000+ students Estimate of 25% take up of diplomas Potential 4 trips per student per week Approx 23,000 students on a diploma For 35 weeks per year Scale of the issue Approx 3.2 million extra trips per year =

4. In reality: Some trips can be made by cycling or walking. Some trips will simply replace one which would otherwise be made. i.e. direct to host establishment instead of home school. Some trips will be absorbed by existing public and school transport network at minimal cost. But many will require additional provision at significant cost.

5. “Ball park” figure! Assume 50% of 3.2million predicted trips incur additional cost At average of £2.50 per trip per head. Comes to over £4 million

6. Other issues Responsibility –Personal security –Road safety Transient population –Will change year on year Rural areas

7. Access to Learning Cost of travel Time Distance Convenience SEN

8. Next steps? Establish patterns of supply & demand Build on pilot studies from other authorities Develop solutions Monitor and evaluate Contribute to national debate Inform national policy

9. Realities In many instances, transport is the only solution Traditional transport modes –Existing school/public transport –Taxis –School mini bus –Walking & cycling

10. However…..! Transport must not be the only option Alternatives must be considered –Peripatetic teaching –Mobile facilities –Common timetabling –E-learning –Video conferencing –Single employer/multiple diploma

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12. Summary 14-19 reform has generated significant transport issues – costs & logistics Transport provision is an unavoidable aspect Solutions include economies of scale & alternatives to transport No “one size fits all” solution Partnerships are vital

13. Les Coupe Access to Learning Manager 21 st September 2009