Welcome to the Independent Travel Training Program
Empowering SEN students and vulnerable individuals to travel independently with confidence and safety.
Key Features:
- Individualized travel training support
- Skills for road safety and time management
- Boosted confidence for independent journeys
- Emergency preparedness
What Is Independent Travel Training?
Travel training equips individuals with special needs, disadvantaged populations, and vulnerable individuals with the essential skills to navigate public transportation and reach schools, colleges, or work independently.
Program Highlights:
- Individualized Support: Work one-on-one with a dedicated travel trainer.
- Boosted Confidence: Gain self-worth and independence.
- Journey Planning: Learn to plan safe and effective routes.
- Road and Personal Safety: Skills to stay safe during your journey.
- Time Management: Arrive on time, every time.
- Problem-Solving Strategies: Handle unforeseen challenges confidently.
- Emergency Preparedness: Know what to do in case of emergencies.
Benefits of Travel Training
- Empowerment: Build confidence and self-esteem.
- Independence: Navigate public transport with ease.
- Safety Awareness: Learn how to stay safe on the road and in public spaces.
- Life Skills: Develop essential skills like time management and problem-solving.
- Access to Opportunities: Travel independently to schools, colleges, and workplaces.
How to apply
It’s easy to start your independent travel journey:
- Fill out the Travel Training Application Form:
- Apply for an Oyster Card to enjoy discounted travel:
- Submit your Oyster card application here: Apply Now
- Need help? Watch this step-by-step video guide:
How to Apply for an Oyster Card - Complete and submit the Travel Training Consent Form:
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Testimonials
“Travel training has changed my child’s life. They’re now able to travel to school on their own, and their confidence has grown immensely!” – Parent of a SEN student
“I used to be scared of getting lost, but now I feel confident and independent.” – Travel training graduate
Contact Us
Have Questions?
Feel free to reach out to our team for further assistance. Contact : Sejal Barot (Supervisor Travel Trainer Harrow Council & Life Skill Teacher )
Email: adminoffice@shaftesbury.harrow.sch.uk
Phone: 07510250560
Start your child journey to independence with us today!
