Operating on Behalf of Sixteen Mid Canterbury Schools
Mid Canterbury School Transport Service: Coordinating Daily School Bus Operations for Enrolled Students
Administrator Manages Daily Operations on Behalf of Schools, with Management Group Setting Procedures, Fees, and Ensuring Fairness
How does this work?
Enroll in 4 simple steps.
The procedure begins with signing up. Below are the fundamental steps explained. Remember to go through the FAQ’s.
Register
Wait for Approval
Pay the Fee
Acknowledgement
Our Vision & Mission
About Mid Canterbury School Transport Service
Our Mission and Operations
Established with a focused vision, the Mid Canterbury School Transport Service (MCSTS) is dedicated to streamlining and overseeing the daily school bus operations. Our primary mission is the efficient coordination of the administration of daily school bus services, ensuring a smooth and reliable transport experience for all enrolled students attending schools within Mid Canterbury.
Our dedicated administrator is at the forefront of our operations, meticulously managing the day-to-day activities. This includes comprehensive route planning and catering to the individual needs of our students, ensuring a seamless service every day.
Management and Commitment
The backbone of MCSTS is our Management Group, comprised of directors from the schools we serve. This team is instrumental in formulating operational procedures, establishing fair fee structures, and constantly monitoring our systems. Their proactive approach ensures that our services stay current and equitable, adapting to the changing needs of our community.
At MCSTS, we are committed to providing a transportation service that is not only safe and reliable but also efficient and trustworthy. We strive every school day to earn the trust of parents and to be a dependable part of our students’ educational journey.
Information and Rules
Frequently Asked Questions
General Information
Enrollment
If this is the first time you are enrolling your child, please click here to register.
Operating Procedures and Eligibility
Eligible: there are no bus fees.
Ineligible: The fee is $320 per year, divided into $80 per term. For Ashburton Intermediate School (AIS) Tinwald Express, the fee is $400 per year, or $100 per term.
On your email confirmation it will show if fees are owing.
To make a direct payment to the Mid Canterbury School Transport Service (MCSTS), please use the following bank details:
- Account Name: MCSTS
- Bank: BNZ Bank
- Account Number: 020836-0074077-001
Ensure that all payments are clearly identified with the relevant information (such as the student's name or ID) to ensure proper allocation of your payment.
Each school in Mid Canterbury has a Transport Eligibility Zone (TEZ) set by the Ministry of Education. The TEZ is typically the midpoint between schools on a county map. School buses must adhere to these TEZ guidelines and require permission to transport a student from another school's TEZ.
Eligibility varies: To be eligible for transport students must live, in Year 9 and above more than 4.8km, and students Year 1-8 more than 3.2km from their nearest school.
Students can attend schools further away providing all criteria is met.
Yes, under certain conditions and with proper permissions, students can attend schools outside their TEZ.
Special Circumstances and Allowances
Bus Usage and Rules
Unregistered students will be refused entry by the driver until they are officially enrolled with MCSTS.
The behavior rules for students on MCSTS buses are:
- Obey the driver's instructions without question
- Remain seated for the entire journey
- Vaping/smoking/alcohol or any illegal substance is prohibited
- Respect property of the bus operator and other students at all times (this includes vandalism, pushing/verbal and physical bullying)
- Avoid any behavior that could put the driver or other students at risk
- Any damage caused to the bus will result in the students parent/caregiver being billed for the cost of repairs
Non-compliance can lead to temporary or permanent loss of bus privileges. MCSTS does not provide alternative transport for students with withdrawn privileges.
Contact and Additional Information
You can call us on
03 308 4193 ext 892 or email us at admin@mcsts.co.nz
Application forms are available from the Ministry of Education Website.