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Thetford Centre
Do you live in South Norfolk? If you do, why not visit our Connexions Centre in Thetford. You could use the computers there, look through our information library or talk to a Personal Adviser.
Getting to school or college
Are you a student at a sixth form or college in Norfolk? If you are, Norfolk County Council can help you pay for public transport.
What help you can get
You can get a reduced-price travel pass if you're a post-16 student. This costs £318 for the year. If your family is getting a certain type of benefit (such as income support, or income-based jobseeker's allowance) you can get a pass half-price, or £159 for the year.
Do you qualify for help?
To qualify you have to be
- living in Norfolk
- studying for more than 16 hours a week
- living 3 miles or more from your sixth form or college
- 18 or under on 31st August of the year your course starts. (If you have a learning difficulty or disability, the age is raised to 20 or under.)
People doing apprenticeships and advanced apprenticeships don't get help with their transport from Norfolk County Council.
How to apply
- You should be sent information and an application form in Year 11, around Easter
- you can also get an application form by phoning 0844 800 8003
- why not apply online? Click Norfolk County Council – apply for school transport.
Remember – don't wait to get your results before applying for your travel pass! You can apply as early as April each year.
Not sure what to do after Year 11? There's loads of options to choose from – but how can you make the right decision? Find out on the help you choose site.
