Mayo families encouraged to apply as school transport portal opens

MAYO TD Keira Keogh is encouraging families to apply early for school transport as the School Transport Family Portal is now open for the 2025/2026 school year.

Families can now apply, pay, or enter their medical card details in one easy step, making the process simpler and more efficient.

Key dates are:

• New applications deadline: Friday, 25th April 2025

• Payment/medical card submission deadline: Friday, 6th June 2025

Who Needs to Apply?

• Students applying for school transport for the first time.

• Students starting junior infants or first year in September 2025.

• Students changing home address or moving school for the 2025/2026 school year.

Deputy Keogh is urging parents not to miss the deadlines: “The school bus is a vital service for so many families, and I’d really encourage parents to apply as early as possible to avoid any last-minute stress.

“The new system makes it easier than ever, so take a few minutes now to get it sorted. You can choose to pay at the time of application or return later to complete the payment, but the application deadline is approaching fast, and I want to ensure no parent misses out.”

Late applications may not secure a seat, so families are encouraged to act now.

To apply or for more information, visit buseireann.ie/schooltransport.