Enhanced DBS checks
All drivers assigned to school work undergo enhanced DBS checks. Written confirmation can be provided upon request.
SCHOOLS & COLLEGES
Transport that fits
the school day.
Dependable group travel for schools and colleges across Wrexham, Flintshire, Chester and Denbighshire.
SAFETY & SAFEGUARDING
Clear credentials for
your school records.
We understand that schools and colleges need reliable information for their safeguarding procedures and journey planning. The following details can be supplied alongside your booking documentation.
Licensed operator
Pat's Coaches operates under PSV Operator's Licence PG1025703.
RHA Coach member
We are an RHA Coach member, connecting our operation with specialist support and guidance for the coach sector.
Seatbelts on every seat
Every passenger seat on vehicles used for school and college transport has a fitted seatbelt.
In-house safety inspections
Our trained mechanics inspect and maintain the fleet in-house, with scheduled safety inspections at intervals of no more than six weeks.
Policies available
We maintain the relevant operational and safeguarding policies for our school and college work, and copies are always available upon request.
Schools retain responsibility for their own safeguarding policies, supervision and risk assessments in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Our vehicle maintenance arrangements follow the principles of DVSA roadworthiness guidance.
WORKING WITH EDUCATION
Regular journeys.
Special occasions.
We work with a range of schools and colleges throughout the region.
Some journeys form part of the weekly timetable; others mark a special day in the school calendar. Whatever the occasion, our team takes time to understand passenger numbers, collection points, timings and the practical requirements of staff and pupils.
WrexhamFlintshireChesterDenbighshire
TRAVEL THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOL YEAR
Support for all kinds
of school journeys.
From regular local transport to memorable end-of-term experiences.
Weekly swimming transport
Planned journeys taking pupils to and from swimming baths as part of their weekly activities.
School & college transfers
Transport between school and college sites, helping groups move together during the day.
Seasonal & end-of-term trips
Coach travel for Christmas activities, Easter trips and end-of-term events.
Educational visits
Group transport for visits, activities and experiences away from the classroom.
TRAVEL BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
School ski trips
to the Alps.
For schools planning a bigger adventure, Pat's Coaches also provides transport to the Alps for school ski trips.
Long-distance educational travel calls for careful coordination. Share your dates, group size, pickup arrangements, luggage and itinerary with our team, and we will discuss the journey requirements with you.
Plan a school journeyPLAN YOUR SCHOOL TRANSPORT
Tell us about
your next journey.
Share your dates, passenger numbers, collection points and requirements, and our team will prepare a quotation.