We currently provide four bus routes, bringing pupils from the following areas:
Wadebridge, Retallack and St Columb Major
Rosudgeon, Helston, Rame and Penryn
Newquay, Perranporth, St Agnes and Chiverton Cross
St Erth, Hayle and Camborne
In the morning, we operate shuttle services between Truro School - Truro School Prep, Truro School Prep - Truro School, and from Truro train station to both School sites. In the afternoons, the shuttle service only runs from Truro School Prep - Truro School.
Regular travel and single trip bookings can be made via our specialist school transport management system ‘Vectare’.
The system will go live for regular travel bookings (termly travel) on Monday 12th August 2024. Regular bookings are Monday-Friday return or Monday-Friday AM or PM for the whole term.
The system will go live for single trip bookings on Monday 26th August 2024. Single trip (ad-hoc) bookings can be either multiple bookings or one-offs, for example if wish to book every Monday, Wednesday and Friday throughout the term or just a one-off booking.
New Parents
When setting up your Vectare account it is important that you use the same email address that you used for the Truro School Fee Paying Portal – this will ensure that your child’s details are transferred to the Vectare system. Once you have created your account you can download the Vectare app ‘VecTive Passenger App’ to make bookings and track journeys.
All bookings will be payable via credit/debit card at the time of booking.
The link to access the Vectare Booking System is below, along with a User Guide. Please scroll to the bottom of the page to read our FAQs and terms and conditions.
Truro School and First Bus operate a bus service from Truro Railway Station.
Truro School Transport (am only)
Prep School
· A minibus departs Truro Railway Station for the Prep School at 08h40.
Senior School
· A minibus departs Truro Railway Station for the Senior School at 08h40.
Please note, for the services above bookings must be made in advance on the Vectare Booking System, see ‘Transport Bookings Autumn, Spring and Summer 2024-25’.
Please also note, the Senior School shuttlebus carries out a home to school bus run prior to the 08h40 collection, as such on occasions it may be slightly delayed – the bus can be tracked on the Vectare app. The School shuttlebuses will wait if trains are delayed.
First Bus – public bus service (am and pm)
· Pupils can travel on the 08h06 T2 service to Truro Bus Station where pupils can then walk the final section up to school.
· Pupils can travel on the 08h39 T1 service to St Clements Parc which stops at the railings on St Clements Hill. It does also stop on Quay St en route to St Clements Hill.
· The afternoon T1 service departs at 16h00 from St Clements Hill by the railings leading to the Music Department and Wilkes/Burrell.
Please note for the services above tickets will need to be purchased from First Bus > Payment can be cash or card on the First Bus. There is not a public bus service to the Prep School.
Railcard
National Rail offer a range of reduced tickets for children travelling, including the 16-17 Saver, details of which can be found here:
A number of pupils access Truro School by using the Park and Ride Services. The Park for Truro collection points can be found at both Langarth and Tregurra. Both of these services terminate at Truro bus stop, from here is less than a 5 minute walk to the School. These services run every 10 to 15 minutes.
Code of Conduct and Terms and Conditions for use of Truro School Bus Service
FAQs
Please read below the frequently asked questions.
How do I pay for transport bookings?
All payments are made via Vectare and are either credit or debit card payment at the time of booking.
What is a regular travel booking and what is a single trip booking?
A regular travel booking is Monday-Friday all term either AM or PM or Return
A single trip booking is an ad-hoc booking which isn’t Monday-Friday for the whole term.
Can I make multiple single trip bookings?
Yes, for example, you can book full-term single trip bookings in advance.
Are bookings refundable or transferrable?
Unfortunately, bookings are nonrefundable or transferrable unless your child was attending a school club or match which has been cancelled.
Can my child travel on the bus if I haven’t made a booking?
The system is live and you can book up to 15 minutes before the time of travel. If your child boards the bus without a booking an administration charge of £2.50 per journey will be charged. Please be aware that the driver can refuse travel if the register is showing the bus is fully booked, or if your child has previously travelled without a booking – in this instance you will need to make alternative arrangements for them.
Can I email [email protected] to make a booking?
All bookings need to be made through Vectare and we cannot make bookings on your behalf. Vectare contact details are shown below.
My child is in year 2 (prep) can they use the bus service?
Unfortunately not, the service is available from year 3 (prep) upwards. Please also be aware that we do not have chaperones on the buses.
My child is at Truro School Prep and catches the St Erth Prep transport in the morning – there isn’t an option showing for this now on the booking site?
The St Erth route is now combined for Prep and Senior School pupils. The bus will now stop at Truro School Prep first and travel onto Truro School.
My child is at Truro School Prep – I am booking the school bus; do I need to book any additional shuttle buses?
For AM bookings, no – please see below. You do not need to make any additional bookings for the shuttle bus.
For PM and return bookings, yes – for single trip bookings you will need to book the PM Prep to Senior shuttle bus first and then book the onward/ return journey to ensure there is a space on the PM shuttle bus. All buses leave from the Senior School in the afternoon.
AM Service:
Newquay – AM pupils will alight the coach at the garage at Chiverton Services and board the St Erth minibus to Truro School Prep.
Wadebridge – AM pupils will stay on the minibus and be taken to Truro School Prep
Rosudgeon – AM pupils will alight the coach at St Clements and board a dedicated shuttlebus to Truro School Prep.
St Erth – AM pupils will stay on the minibus and be taken to Truro School Prep
Who do I contact regarding the booking system and the school bus transport service?
Please contact Vectare – contact details are shown below. If they cannot answer your question, they will contact us.
If I book to use the bus transport and my child doesn’t travel, will I receive a refund?
Unfortunately, bookings are nonrefundable or transferrable unless your child was attending a school club or match which has been cancelled.
If I book mid-term for regular travel, will I be charged for the full term?
No, the Vectare system will calculate the charges to the end of the term.
My child will be on study leave from May and I normally book a regular travel ticket. What should I book for the summer term?
Details of how to book this are still to follow.
My child has a friend coming home with them, how can I book them a place on the bus?
Please call Vectare – contact details shown below. The friend will need to have an account with Vectare; however, you can make the payment on their behalf.
Can I track my child’s journey?
Yes, on the VecTive Passenger App. Your child will be marked as ‘on-board’ when they board the bus and you can track their journey. For the Rosudgeon and Newquay routes the tracking for prep pupils will end when they transfer to a prep shuttle bus.
I receive a bursary; how do I apply this to the transport costs?
Before booking, please email [email protected] and we will provide a discount code.
I have multiple children at the school – is there a sibling discount?
Yes, when making a booking the discount will automatically be applied.
How do I contact Vectare?
Vectare contact details: 0115 777 3035 or via their website Discover | Vectare or email [email protected]
Our school motto, Esse Quam Videri (to be, rather than to seem to be), captures the essence of our identity and is defined by the 5 C's below. Underpinned by strong Christian principles, we are a caring and inclusive community which values, nurtures and develops each individual.
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Curiosity to always want to discover and learn more, academically and more widely too.
Because we believe that academic excellence is an important part of human excellence. Every child is an individual and we celebrate and develop their uniqueness, helping them to become an independent learner and encouraging each child to explore, understand and cultivate their talent and abilities, whatever they may be.
Compassion to understand and champion the needs of others, in our community and beyond.
Because our mission challenges us to be a vibrant community which enables people to live their lives to the full and transform society for the better. Located in the heart of Cornwall, our distinctive, serene location supports the development of balanced, unpretentious and reflective children who understand their role as global citizens.
Confidence to build resilience by learning from both successes and failures alike.
Because we want every pupil to be comfortable in their own skin, celebrating the uniqueness of each individual in the school community. Through drama, presenting and public speaking opportunities, as well as appearing in productions and concerts, pupils learn key communication skills and gain the confidence to prosper in the real world.
Creativity to be imaginative in how we express ourselves and approach new challenges.
Because we value the development of pupils’ imaginative and creative dimensions as well as their characters. Through a broad curriculum and wide range of co-curricular activities, pupils discover the important balance between creative and logical thinking. These opportunities are fundamental to ensuring your son or daughter discovers their hidden gifts, developing a sense of individuality and a confidence in their own abilities.
Courage to enjoy becoming the very best of who we are, with integrity and ambition.
Because we believe that essential life skills are often best taught outside of the classroom, balancing an academic education. Through a wide-ranging co-curricular programme, we offer every child the chance to participate, perform and lead in the fields of their choice. In a competitive world these opportunities are fundamental to ensuring your son or daughter develops essential life skills and an ambition for life.
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