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Harrogate Taxi · School Run

School Run Taxi
Harrogate

A reliable, fixed-rate school taxi for your child — same driver, same time, every morning and afternoon. DBS-checked, council-licensed, and built around your school's timetable.

Why parents choose Harrogate Taxi for the school run

Same driver, every day

Your child will know exactly who is picking them up. We don't rotate drivers on school run routes — consistency builds trust for children and peace of mind for parents.

DBS checked & council licensed

Enhanced DBS certificate covering the children's barred list. Fully licensed by North Yorkshire Council as a hackney carriage operator.

Fixed weekly rate

Agree a fixed weekly price upfront. No surprises, no per-journey metering. Pay by the week or term — whatever works for your family.

Door-to-gate service

We collect from your front door and drop at the school gate — not the end of the road. Afternoon pickup works the same way in reverse.

Punctual, every morning

We build school run timings around the bell, not around other jobs. Your pickup time is yours — we don't double-book early morning school slots.

Parents kept informed

Direct contact number for your driver. If anything changes on a given day — traffic, road closure — we let you know before the pickup time.

How the school run works

1

Tell us your route

Call or email with your home address, your child's school, and the days and sessions you need — morning, afternoon, or both.

2

We agree a fixed weekly rate

We quote a fixed price per week based on your route. No per-journey billing, no surprises. You can pay weekly or at the start of each term.

3

Same driver assigned to your route

We introduce you and your child to their driver before the first run. They'll have your driver's direct number. No guessing who's arriving.

4

Runs every school day

Morning pickup from your door, drop at the school gate. Afternoon in reverse. We work around INSET days, half terms, and any schedule changes you give us in advance.

Schools we cover in Harrogate

Harrogate Grammar School

St Aidan's CE High School

Rossett School

St John Fisher Catholic High School

Harrogate High School

Western Primary School

Coppice Valley Primary

Oatlands Junior School

Saltergate Junior School

Killinghall Primary School

Pannal Primary School

Ripley Endowed School

Don't see your school? We cover all schools across Harrogate and the surrounding villages. Call to confirm your route.

Frequently asked questions

Is the school run driver DBS checked?
Yes. All drivers hold an enhanced DBS certificate covering the children's barred list. We are licensed by North Yorkshire Council as a hackney carriage operator.
Will my child have the same driver every day?
Yes. We assign the same driver to your school run for the duration of your arrangement. Consistency matters — especially for younger children and those with additional needs.
How much does a school run taxi cost in Harrogate?
Pricing depends on your address, the school, and whether you need morning, afternoon, or both. We give fixed weekly rates so you always know what you're paying. Call or email for a quote on your specific route.
Can you collect my child if I'm not home?
Yes — we can collect from your door whether or not a parent is present. Many of our school run families have us collect independently. We always confirm the child is safely in the vehicle before departing.
What happens if my child is ill or off school?
Just let us know before the pickup time. We don't charge for days your child doesn't travel — we work on a days-used basis within the weekly arrangement.
Do you cover villages outside Harrogate town centre?
Yes. We cover Knaresborough, Pannal, Killinghall, Ripley, Burn Bridge, Follifoot, Spofforth, and all surrounding villages. Call to confirm your specific pickup address.

Same driver · Fixed rate · Every day

Get a quote for your
child's school run.

Tell us your address and school. We'll give you a fixed weekly rate and introduce you to your driver before the first run.