Generation Go! Next Journey - Transitioning from Year 6 to Year 7
As the summer holidays approach and families prepare for the new school year, we’re excited to share a new video designed to reassure and guide Year 6 pupils and their parents about travelling to school by bus for the first time.
Our video, part of our Generation Go initiative, aims to build confidence and independence in young travellers. It offers clear, step-by-step guidance on how to use the bus - from boarding and paying, to finding a seat - and shows parents how to track their child’s journey in real time using the Konectbus app.
The video is now available here on our website and is being shared with local high schools and primary feeder schools across Norfolk to help families get ready for September.
We know that many parents will have walked or driven their children to school until now, and the idea of letting them travel alone can feel daunting. That’s why we created this video - to offer reassurance, support and practical advice for anyone who needs it.
We have also created an in-depth parent guide to school ticketing, which aims to give parents all the information they need ahead of the new academic year.
This comes at a crucial time, as many children and parents may feel uncertain about what to expect in the new school year. By providing practical tips and emotional support, we hope to make the move to independent travel as smooth as possible.
Emma, a parent from Dereham, shared her experience:
“Letting my son travel to school on his own feels like a huge step, but the video really helped us both feel more confident ahead of the new term. Knowing I can track his journey on the app gives me peace of mind.”
Liam, aged 11, added:
“I was nervous at first, but now I know what to do. I even took the bus to the park last weekend with my friend so I can get used to it before school starts!”
Our Generation Go campaign is part of our wider commitment to supporting young people and encouraging sustainable, independent travel for the next generation.