FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Support that starts with your child.
From familiar journeys to time in the park, we listen, learn what matters to your child and plan support with you.
Explore support for your child ↗Talk about a referral ↗SEND TRANSPORT & COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Safe journeys.
Familiar faces.
More opportunities.
We get to know each child—their interests, their routines and what helps them feel comfortable—so they can enjoy journeys and community activities with familiar people.
We support four children and their families through transport and accompanied community outings, working directly with parents.
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FOR FUNDERS & SUPPORTERS
Help more children take part.
Explore our £30,000–£50,000 immediate programme and our staged plans for an electric community vehicle and future growth, with a detailed breakdown.
View funding needs & budget ↗See our current work & growth plans ↗Children firstCalm & consistentWorking with familiesRooted in our community
WHY WE EXIST
The journey matters
as much as the destination.
For some children, getting from home to school can be the hardest part of the day.
Sensory sensitivities, anxiety and unfamiliar routines can make everyday travel difficult. Families told us they needed a more understanding approach. Safe-Journey SEN grew from those conversations.
Incorporated on 9 March 2026, Safe-Journey SEN is a community interest company limited by guarantee. We provide transport and community support around children’s individual needs. Our aim is simple: fewer barriers to education, more opportunities to take part and greater reassurance for families.
Based in South East London • Built around local families
OUR SERVICES
More than a school run.
Transport, supported park visits and community activities, shaped around each child. Our staff have enhanced DBS checks and work directly with parents.
Explore our services ↗OUR VEHICLES
A journey to suit each child.
We currently use two privately owned Tesla Model Y vehicles, one blue and one white. Every journey starts with checking the right fit for the child.
Blue Tesla Model Y
An electric vehicle option for individual and smaller-group journeys, subject to each child’s needs and agreed arrangements.
White Tesla Model Y
A second electric vehicle option, with travel arrangements discussed individually with families and referring partners.
Electric community vehicle
Our next funding stage aims to add a CIC-owned electric people carrier, such as a seven-seat VW ID. Buzz. Final choice will reflect children’s needs, suitability and value.
Explore our funding stages ↗Vehicle choice, seating, child restraints, passenger assistance and any accessibility requirements must be agreed before travel. Please contact us to discuss route availability.
OUR NEXT CHAPTER
Small beginnings. Room to grow.
We currently support four children and their families. Help us reach more families through funded delivery, dedicated drivers and future CIC-owned vehicles.
A COMMUNITY EFFORT
Better journeys begin
with working together.
We welcome conversations with families, schools, local authorities and community organisations who share our ambition to make education and activities more accessible.
Connect with Safe-JourneyHOW IT WORKS
Starting a referral.
We take time to understand each child before discussing whether a journey is suitable.
Tell us what you need
Contact us by email, WhatsApp or our online form with the general journey required.
Talk through the details
We discuss routines, communication, sensory needs, support requirements and who should be involved.
Agree the next step
We confirm whether the proposed arrangement is suitable, available and safe before anything is booked.
FAMILY EXPERIENCES
What matters to families.
BEXLEY
“The difference has been the patience and consistency. My child knows what to expect, and that makes the start of the day much easier for all of us.”
— Sarah, parent
ELTHAM
“We feel listened to. The conversation about routines and sensory needs helped us feel that the journey would be planned around our child.”
— Daniel, parent
CATFORD
“Having someone take the time to understand the whole journey has given our family more confidence about getting to school and activities.”
— Amina, parent
DARTFORD
“Safe-Journey has helped Chidi feel more settled about travelling. The calm approach and familiar routine have made a real difference to his confidence.”
— Chidi’s parent
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A FEW HELPFUL ANSWERS
Before the journey.
Who is the service for?
Children aged 4–15 with special educational needs in South East London. Each child’s needs and the suitability of a proposed journey would need to be discussed individually.
Can I book transport now?
We are already supporting children and families. Contact us to discuss availability and agree arrangements before any journey or outing. This website does not take bookings.
Will you be able to meet my child’s needs?
We want to understand each child’s communication, sensory and support needs before agreeing any journey. Vehicle accessibility, passenger assistance and any specialist requirements must be confirmed individually.
Can schools and community organisations get involved?
Yes. Working with families, schools, local authorities and local organisations is central to our plans. We welcome conversations about local transport needs and potential partnerships.
LET’S START A CONVERSATION
Support starts with understanding.
Talk to us about journeys, supported outings and community support. We welcome enquiries from families, schools and local authority teams.
GENERAL ENQUIRIES
How can we help?
Discuss your child’s needs, activities or service availability.
info@safejourneysen.org.ukSend an enquiryREFERRALS
Let’s plan the right support
For families, schools and professionals making a referral.
referrals@safejourneysen.org.ukMake a referralBEXLEY SERVICE · REGISTERED OFFICE
Erith
44 Centaur Court, 11 Arthur Street
Erith, DA8 2GT