As we wait for the final arrangements and schedule of return for students in the week beginning Monday 8 March, please can you take time to discuss these matters relating to public transport with your daughter.

•  Walk or Cycle to school if possible.
•  Remember that children aged 11 and over must wear a face covering on public transport, although exemptions do apply*.
•  Plan ahead and check timetables for latest information.
•  Leave more time for your journey in case services are busy.
•  Pay by contactless or buy pre-paid tickets if you can – our young people’s bus Solo and Term Time Tickets are now available on MetroSmart cards (www.metro-smart.org.uk/solo-term-time)
•  If paying by cash, try to have the exact fare as drivers are not always giving change.
•  Be mindful of social distancing where possible.
•  Allow passengers to get off before boarding.
•  Some seats on the bus are not in use, please respect this. They will be clearly marked out.
•  Try to travel with the same group of friends each day and where possible sit in the same seats.
•  Be respectful to other passengers and staff.
•  Do not travel if you have any symptoms of Covid-19, or family members are showing symptoms.

We will be updating parents with all plans to return to school in due course. Please keep visiting the website.

Best wishes

Mr Alderman