Supplement Your Current Transportation Options
We help students get to school safely and on time — especially the ones a yellow bus can’t serve. Our network of highly vetted drivers in small vehicles and wheelchair-accessible vehicles complements your fleet and fills the gaps, with just six hours’ notice.
Reliable Rides for Every Student
Caregivers on Wheels
We maintain a direct relationship with every CareDriver, enabling us to enforce a rigorous 15-point certification and specialized education requirements — giving districts consistent, safe, and dignified rides with a level of oversight brokers and taxis simply can’t match.
Six-Hour Turnaround Time
Our industry-leading turnaround time allows you to book rides with just six hours' notice, whether a student needs a last-minute ride or has moved overnight.
End-to-End Ride Visibility
Through our mobile app and our ride management platform, RideIQ, we give school staff, families, and riders the visibility and control they need.
The Leader in Safe, Fast, and Simple Supplemental Student Transportation
14K+
Schools Helped
5M+
Rides Completed
130M+
Safe Miles Driven
Meeting the Needs of All Students
From specialized transportation for students with disabilities to career and after-school programs, we coordinate transportation that prioritizes safety and compliance.
“The easiest McKinney-Vento process compared to any other school year.”
—Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District
Students experiencing homelessness deserve stability. We can facilitate same-day McKinney-Vento rides and enable seamless location updates so students never miss a day of school.
“All the drivers are super friendly, and it’s always been a really positive experience. I was able to gain more stability, make more friends, be the old me . . . happy, smiling and excited to go to school.”
—Georgina, student
Our care-centered marketplace enables the flexible rides required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) to ensure educational stability for youth in foster care. By facilitating a reliable path to their school of origin, we help students stay connected to the teachers, friends, and community they need to thrive.
“We love that CareDrivers are connected with resources on best practices in working with special needs students.”
—Prince William County Public Schools
Students with disabilities and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) need consistent care that meets IEP requirements. We facilitate transportation with CareDrivers who are educated in neurodivergence and trauma-informed care. We oversee everything directly and transparently, adhering to a higher standard of safety and care.
“HopSkipDrive has helped to save travel time for our students…. Transportation is no longer a factor for missing school.”
—SIATech South Bay
Charter schools often have unique transportation needs due to varied school locations or limited bus service. We coordinate flexible solutions that expand educational access for every student.
“I’m proud of how our team and community embraced HopSkipDrive’s innovative portfolio approach, which is now ensuring all kids in the district have safe and reliable access to a high-quality education.”
—Colorado Springs School District 11
Even general education students can benefit from HopSkipDrive’s safe and reliable transportation solutions. Whether it’s getting to and from school, extracurricular activities, or after-school appointments, our service helps students arrive on time and ready to learn, while giving parents peace of mind.
“A lot of kids that lack resources tend to be inconsistent with their attendance… [HopSkipDrive] allows for them to have a higher level of stability because they can depend on it.”
—Better Youth
After-school activities are essential for a child’s development, but getting them there can be a logistical puzzle. HopSkipDrive simplifies after-school transportation, arranging safe and reliable rides to sports practice, music lessons, enrichment programs, tutoring, and more.
“HopSkipDrive has given students like me a sense of assurance with their transportation needs. It’s allowed me to really spread my wings, in a way.”
—Chimzara, student
HopSkipDrive helps districts overcome the logistical challenges of transporting students to off-campus CTE programs. By leveraging our network of vetted CareDrivers and advanced technology, districts can accommodate varying schedules and needs — ensuring that every student has access to valuable hands-on learning opportunities.
An All-in-One Ride Management Platform
RideIQ gives you total transparency and direct control, making your life easier. Book, manage, and monitor every HopSkipDrive ride with one simple dashboard, with verified visibility and real-time data for every mile — reducing your liability and giving you confidence in your riders’ safety.
Success Stories
What School Districts Say About HopSkipDrive
“I’m so impressed with our team’s ability to work with HopSkipDrive and innovate amidst operational challenges.”
Colorado Springs School District 11
—Kris Odom, Chief Operating Officer
“With HopSkipDrive, we can swiftly meet the changing needs of highly mobile populations. The RideIQ platform streamlines ride adjustments and scheduling, enhancing our ability to provide reliable transportation services for all students while optimizing resources and time management.”
Detroit Public Schools Community District
—Aaron Walter, Executive Director of Transportation
“In my job, no news is good news. And HopSkipDrive has been all good news.”
Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District
—Dr. Kayne Smith, Director of Transportation
Awards & Recognition
We’re proud to have received the following awards for our technology, solutions, and service.
District Administration Top EdTech Products 2024
Winner, Management Systems Technology: RouteWise AI™
Anthem Awards 2024
Silver Anthem Award for Responsible Technology: RouteWise AI™
Fast Company World Changing Ideas 2023
Honorable Mention in the Transportation Category: RouteWise AI™
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