Wheelchair Accessible School Minibus Hire
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Accessible School Transport You Can Count On
Whether you need cover for a broken-down minibus, an extra vehicle for a growing route or a minibus for the full academic year, we’ll deliver it to your site and show your staff how everything works.
Why a Reliable School Minibus Matters for SEND Pupils
For many pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, the journey to school is part of their routine. When that routine breaks down, the impact goes well beyond a late arrival.
Consistency for pupils
Confidence for parents
Safe securement, every trip
Fewer missed school days
Our Wheelchair Accessible Minibuses
Our 17-seat wheelchair accessible minibus is built for busy school runs, with a flexible layout that works for mixed groups of seated and wheelchair passengers.
- Up to 17 passenger seats, with space for up to 3 wheelchairs
- 400kg electric lift for safe, step-free boarding
- Full wheelchair restraint systems, quick for staff to use
- Wipe-clean seats, ideal for daily school use
- Flexible seating layouts
- M2 compliant, with Single Vehicle Approval
Everything’s been designed to make transport smoother, safer, and more inclusive
Hire and Lease Options
Every school’s transport needs are different, so we offer hire periods that fit around your timetable and your budget.
Short-term hire
Emergency cover when your own minibus is in for repairs, or a vehicle for a one-off trip or sports fixture.
Termly hire
A dedicated wheelchair accessible minibus for a full term, with no long-term commitment.
Long-term hire
A school minibus for the whole academic year or longer, without the upfront cost of buying. Ask us about rent to buy.
Our Minibus Hire is Ideal for:
- Special schools and academies: Daily home-to-school transport and trips for pupils with mobility needs.
- Mainstream schools: Accessible transport so every pupil can join school trips, fixtures and events.
- Local authorities: Reliable vehicles to support SEND transport contracts and cover fleet gaps.
- Transport contractors: Replacement or additional minibuses to keep contracted routes running.
How it Works
Hiring a school minibus from Adapted Vehicle Hire couldn’t be easier
Wheelchair Accessible School Minibus FAQs
How many wheelchairs can your school minibus carry?
Our 17-seat minibus has space for up to 3 wheelchair users, with the remaining seats for other passengers and escorts. The layout can be adjusted to suit your route.
Can we hire a minibus for a whole school term or year?
Yes. As well as short-term hire, we offer long-term hire and lease options that cover a full term, an academic year or longer.
Do you deliver to schools?
Yes. We deliver nationwide, directly to your school, depot or office, and give your staff a full demonstration on arrival.
Do you provide a driver?
No. We supply the vehicle, and your own trained drivers, escorts or transport contractor operate it.
Are your minibuses safe for SEND pupils?
Yes. Each minibus has a 400kg electric lift, full wheelchair restraints and M2 compliance with Single Vehicle Approval.
Ready to Book?
Whether you need emergency cover tomorrow or a minibus for the full academic year,
our team will help you find the right option.