Free yellow bus transportation services are provided by your child’s School District of Residence based on the address on file with our school that matches your most recent Proof of Residency documentation.

Per district policies

• Eligibility for transportation services may be limited to a specific radius surrounding the location of the school.
• Requests for transportation must be received within two weeks of new enrollment and services will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis, capacity permitting.

Scroll down to read specific information from your District of Residence.

Painesville City Local School District Transportation System

Painesville City Local School District (PCLSD) transportation eligibility is based on the distance from your child’s home residence to the school. Painesville City Schools offers Payment in Lieu for those families who qualify for transportation but that the school district is unable to transport to and from school.

How to Apply for Bus Services:

Please complete and submit the Transportation Request for Non-Public and Private Schools 2025-2026 School Year

Please note that this is not a guarantee of transportation. This is a request, and each request will be processed on a case by case basis. If you have more than one student, please fill out this form for each student. You will receive a response with next steps within 5 to 7 business days of receipt of this form.

Contact Information

For general information from your district of residence regarding transportation, visit the PCLSD Transportation Department website.

If your District of Residence is not listed, please send an inquiry to the ACCEL Schools Transportation Department (Email: transportation@accelschools.com). Please include your school location, student’s name, phone number, and current address.