There are a variety of transport arrangements used by students to get to Mounts Bay Academy, either by their own arrangements or organised transport.
You are advised to plan ahead. Check where the bus stops are and the pickup and drop off times? Walk, ride or drive the route in advance to check how long the journey takes?
This will reduce pressure on public transport and road networks.
Cyclists are advised wear a helmet and high-vis vest
Plan your route. Parking is limited at the Academy and traffic wardens patrol the area. Please do not park in the bus bays between 8-9:30 and 2-3:30pm.
Consider all forms of transport before using public transport
Check before your journey with the transport operator for the latest travel advice or route/time changes.
Walk for more of your journey
More information contact First on
Tel: 0870 0106022
Trains operate on the West Coast Mainline arriving into Penzance railway station in time for morning registration.
For more details see the GWR website here.
This service is open to students who are entitled to free county transport.
The council will normally contact you, but if you think you may be eligible and have not heard from they have requested that you contact them.
Cornwall Council have set out their own guidance for transport procedures.
More information contact County on
Tel: 0300 1234 222
Website: Cornwall School Transport
The Offer
Mounts Bay Academy offers a charged shuttle service for eligible students who attend the Academy. The offer is only open to students where:
The Route
Bus routes are determined at the beginning of each academic year based on demand. The rural nature of West Cornwall makes it impractical to run our buses directly to every village, but we endeavour to meet the majority of requests based on the volume of students and geographical demand. The buses run along main roads and stop at designated clear and safe pick-up points. The buses run on a tight time schedule and are not able to divert from their planned routes.
The Price
The cost of the service is based on £4 per day and will be charged for each half term period to ease the payment over the year. You are requested to pay in advance at or before the beginning of each half term. Payment reserves a seat for your child on your chosen route only and is non-refundable for any unused or missed trips. Non, or late payments may result in your child being removed from the service.
Booking
Applications for September are available from Friday 5th July and places will be confirmed before the end of the summer term. Places are allocated on a ‘first come first serve’ basis. In the event of over subscription, additional requests will be held on a waiting list and a place will be offered at the earliest opportunity.
Book your place by completing this form:
For more information or help please email transport@mountsbayacademy.org.