This is a moped loan scheme for young people aged 16+ who have an offer of education or training which they are unable to reach using either public or private transport.
Free "Certificate of Basic Training" (CBT) is provided as well as a new safety helmet, padded jacket, reflective tabard and gloves. The mopeds are restricted to 30 miles per hour and any applicant aged 16 or 17 will need the consent of their parent or guardian. Further information on the CBT training can be found at P&H Motorcycles.
The Wheels 2 Learn scheme is run over one academic year. During this time the young person has contact with a Project Coordinator who will offer help and advice where possible.
There is a weekly loan fee of £10 and a deposit of £8 per week, making the total cost £18 per week. This is payable by a monthly standing order for £78. At the end of the loan period, the deposit will be refunded provided the moped is returned in good condition and there have been no insurance claims.
For more information download the Wheels2Learn leaflet.
If you would like to apply for the scheme please print and return an Application Form (alternatively save the file to your computer, fill it in and email back to rtp@tandridge.gov.uk). If you do not have access to a printer or cannot email the document please contact the ESRTP and ask for a form to be posted to you.
Information on Wheels 2 Learn can also be found on the Surrey Student Transport Partnership website
Most bus and rail companies offer discounts to people aged 15 or under. If you have trouble proving your age you may find a 'Citizen Card' useful. There are variety of schemes available for young people in Surrey. Please follow the links below to find out more information.
BUSES
A Bus
Student fare card costing £10 enables 16 to 18 year old Surrey students
attending full-time education to travel on Surrey buses at the same fare as
under 16s.
COACHES
The concessionary seat scheme run by Surrey County Council refers to spare seats on contract coaches, which may be hired out to pupils or students who are not entitled to a free seat.
A National Express Discount Coachcard costing £10 is available if you're aged 16-26 or a full time student giving savings of up to 30% on many National Express journeys.
The Local Education Authority (LEA) Scheme is available for those who are not on a public bus or rail service route and who:
TRAINS
A Train Student fare card costing £10 enables 16 to 18 year old Surrey students attending full-time education to travel on Surrey trains at a reduced rate.
A 16 to 25 Railcard costing £24 is available to anyone between 16 and 25 (or 26+ for students in full-time study) and can give 1/3 off most rail fares anywhere in Britain.
Buses4U is open to all members of the community and young people are welcome to use this service. Buses4U operates in east Mole Valley, Tandridge and some areas in north Reigate & Banstead.
More information and details of how to make a booking can be found on the Buses4U website.
This website provides students with advice on transport assistance and support and up to date travel information for all public transport providers servicing schools and colleges in Surrey.
Information includes how to obtain bus and train student fare cards and other financial assistance, a transport planner and latest SSTP news.
A Wheels 2 Learn moped:
