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Returning to School – Transport Update

Following our announcement regarding the reopening of the school to Year 10 & 12 students, we want to keep pupils and parents informed about the guidance around travelling to school.


The school has been working with Transport for Greater Manchester to reinstate bus services - the new timetable can be found by clicking here.


Government guidance is that students should avoid public transport where possible and trips to school should be made by cycling and walking.

For guidance and advice on cycling and walking, including tips and advice on journey planning, click here. 


If pupils must use the bus or public transport, space will be limited due to social distancing – and once capacity is reached passengers will not be permitted to board on commercial or Yellow Buses.


Those who must use public transport can help maintain a safer environment by following a few simple measures:

  • Wear a face covering (please note as our bus services are open to the public as well as students, wearing a mask is now a legal requirement)
  • Keep a two-metre distance where possible on the platform, stop, station and on board
  • Wash or sanitise your hands regularly and carry you own hand sanitiser
  • Buy tickets online for smart cards or use mobile apps where possible, and use exact change if cash is needed

A TfGM igo card is proof of age ID (needed for child tickets from age 11) and is also a smart card for buying tickets online, see www.tfgm.com/igo for details.


If you need any further information, please email return@rbhs.co.uk