First Travel Solutions – School Trips and Educational Travel

What makes us a great choice for education

First Travel Solutions provide managed transport solutions to hundreds of schools across the UK. We have longstanding relationships with many educational establishments, providing a great value, safe and secure travel service in a professional and value for money manner.

We are committed to providing our customers with the very best service. Our primary objectives are to deliver a better experience through quality, safety, reliability, and value for money.

Accreditation and Awards

CPT Members

ISO 9001 Accredited.
ISO 14001 Accredited.
ISO 18001 Accredited.
Members of Learning Outside the Classroom

DBS checked drivers

Group Sizes Catered For

We have an extensive variety and number of vehicles available through our operator procurement database across the UK.

Sizes range from Minibuses to Double Decker Vehicles. We can also supply fully accessible DDA coaches.

All of our suppliers are audited by our dedicated compliance team.

Photography, Filming & Audio Restrictions

Photography and filming is subject to permissions from each venue and all group leaders on-site at the time.

Risk Assessment Details

We provide can Travel Risk assessments and full support throughout the booking process.

Pricing Information

Prices are available on request and depend on vehicle sizes requested and distance intended for travel. If you are looking for affordability, travelling outside main season offers greater value, availability and flexibility.

First Aid Information

All vehicles carry First Aid Kits – customers have access to use first aid equipment if necessary.

Available Facilities

We can provide vehicles with DVD’s, TV, music, toilets, food & drink as per request, however customers should request these additional facilities at the time of booking.

Accessibility & Disabled Facilities

We can provide DDA wheelchair compliant vehicles on request.

Opening Hours & Information

For Pre-booked vehicles, we have a 24/7 control team that operates 365 days a year.

Office contact times for new and general enquiries are welcome between 09.00 – 17.00 Mon - Friday.

Testimonials

Case studies available to view on our website:

https://www.firsttravelsolutions.com/case-studies

Other Information

All coach, bus and taxi operators on our database must match our exacting compliance standards and are routinely audited to ensure that standards and legal requirements are maintained. We hold copies of all relevant documents such as vehicle insurance, public liability insurance and operator’s license.

Booking information

First Travel Solutions – Commercial Delivery Team

Travel.Solutions@FirstBus.co.uk or 0345 528 0270 (option 1 then option 2)

If you are looking to get a quote, please email the following details through to us and we
will check availability and come back to you with a quote as soon as possible:

• Dates of Travel
• Departure or Arrival / Return times
• Pick-up &; drop off locations including postcodes
• Number of passengers or vehicle sizes
• Any special requests or requirements