The Independent Schools' Transport Advisory Service

The Benchmark for Independent School Transport

Designed and managed by school transport professionals, the ISTAS Standard provides a unified framework for school transport services. The Standard comprises x modules.

Transport Manager / Responsible Person

Fuel

Health & Safety - Transport Operations

Transport Policy

Vehicle Register

Key Control

Data Management & Reporting

Regulatory Licensing

Driving for Work & Grey Fleet

Maintenance Records

  1. Management

2.Vehicle Maintenance

Serviceability & Roadworthiness

Walkaround Checks

Fleet Insurance

Vehicle Tax

Vehicle Safety Equipment

Records of Maintenance Checks

Tyre Management

Records of Vehicle Damage

3.Drivers

Licensing

Driving Standards

Safer Recruitment

Induction

Use of mobile phones and Other Electronic Equipment

Occupational Health - Fit To Drive

Drivers Hours and Rest Periods

Passenger Safety

Walk Around Checks

Fault Reporting

Passenger Registers

Accident / Incident Reporting

Safeguarding & Professional Guidelines

Noise Pollution

4.Communication and Customer Service

Internal School Communication

Communication with Parents and Stakeholders

Meeting Expectations

Professional Conduct

First Point of Contact

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I can’t recommend The Standard enough. It's been an absolute game-changer and safety is clearly top priority. Whether it’s reviewing routes, advising on policies, or training staff. ISTAS has made a real difference for us!

ISTAS has made a huge difference in how we handle transport at our school. Even if you just need a little help now and then the team is super reliable and easy to work with. I’d definitely recommend getting in touch.

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