About Transportation Eligibility
How do I find out which school my child should go to and if they are eligible for transportation?
To find out if an address is eligible for transportation, use the Check Eligibility button below or go to our eligibility check. From there, follow these steps:
- Enter your home or childcare address (as applicable): street number, street name and town.
- Choose your school board and your child’s grade, then click Check eligibility.
- The designated school(s) for that address appear, each saying whether transportation is provided or the address is within walking distance, with the approximate distance to the school.
Note: if the check says it couldn’t find the address and the addressing information is correct, please contact our office for assistance.
Eligibility information is based on the school boundary or school program area, as defined by the applicable school board, and NPSSTS guidelines, which apply to students of all four member school boards.
If you have any questions or require assistance, please call our office at 705-472-8840 or send an e-mail to info@npssts.ca.
My children alternate between two parent homes. How do I arrange transportation in joint custody situations?
If you are in a joint or shared custody situation, you are required to fill out a Joint Custody form (available at all schools). This form collects details for both parents, including any applicable childcare locations. It may or may not be possible to provide transportation for all requested addresses and only this form enables the NPSSTS staff to evaluate such requests.
Transportation, if available, must use existing routes and bus stops: a route will not be altered to accommodate joint custody situations. Arrangements must be for a full week at each address (Monday through Friday); for safety reasons, accommodations for specific days or mid-week changes are not permitted.
If you need more information or have any questions on this matter, please call our office at 705-472-8840 or e-mail info@npssts.ca.
What are the walking distances? How are they measured?
These walking distances apply to students of all four member school boards. They are measured from where driveways meet the road, following the shortest safe route along public roads and established, maintained walkways.
My child is in walking distance but needs transportation for medical reasons. How do I arrange it?
Contact your school for the “Transportation Request for Medical Reasons” form.