Now Accepting Applications for the 2026–2027 School Year

About

Bus Service

We offer bus transportation as a safe, reliable, and convenient way for families to get to and from school each day. Our bus program was created to support families across multiple neighborhoods, while keeping the daily commute manageable for both children and caregivers. We know how much the rhythm of the school day begins with that morning journey, and we’re glad to be able to make it a little easier.

Who It’s For

The bus is available to all Co-op families – whether you’ve moved to a new neighborhood, are new to the school, or are exploring a more consistent transportation option.

We know how much the rhythm of the school day begins with that morning journey, and we’re glad to make it a little easier. Our bus service is one of the practical ways we support families – getting students to school safely, calmly, and on time helps set the tone for the day, so that when they arrive, they’re ready to learn, connect, and fully participate in school life.

Who It’s For

How It Works

We offer bus transportation for students in Kindergarten and up throughout Brooklyn, including Williamsburg. Routes vary each year based on student addresses, and families receive route details before the start of school.

To serve as many families as possible, buses operate on designated joint stops along each route – door-to-door service is not provided. Routes are planned each year to balance coverage, timing, and overall ride length. If you have any questions about routes, logistics, or whether the bus might be a good fit for your family, please don’t hesitate to reach out – we’re happy to help.

 

 

How It Works

FAQs

Williamsburg/Bushwick Route

This route is for students entering Kindergarten through 8th grade, with pick-up and drop-off in Williamsburg or Bushwick. Children entering Preschool or Pre-Kindergarten are not eligible for bus service.
The fee to the Williamsburg/Bushwick Route route is $800 per year.
In mid/late August, the school will contact all registered bus families with route assignments and approximate pick-up and drop-off times. We anticipate the following locations for pick up and drop off: McCarren Park, Wythe Ave & S 3rd St, and Myrtle & Gates Ave.
If you qualify, the service runs five days a week, morning and afternoon. You don't have to use it every day or every trip, but please let the school know in advance if your child won't be riding on a particular day or time.
No — buses run at regular dismissal time only.
There are no adults on the bus other than the driver.
No. Caregivers cannot ride the bus and should not board it.
Our bus team needs to know exactly which students are riding home each day and which are staying or being picked up. We keep a specific list for every weekday with that day's riders.
Please fill out the survey to let us know. We'll consider additional routes based on demand.

FAQs

OPT Service (DOE Yellow Bus or MetroCard)

Students living in Brooklyn with a bus route of fewer than 5 miles from school. Families living farther away, or in another borough, aren't eligible for busing but are eligible for a Student OMNY Card. Please click here for details. The Office of Pupil Transportation (OPT) coordinates free yellow bus and MetroCard services for over 600,000 students across New York City. Eligibility and policies are set by the NYC Department of Education (Chancellor's Regulation A-801).
No — you can choose one or the other, either a yellow bus or a MetroCard.
In mid/late August, the school will contact all registered bus families with route assignments and approximate pick-up and drop-off times. We anticipate the following locations for pick up and drop off: McCarren Park, Wythe Ave & S 3rd St, and Myrtle & Gates Ave.
If you qualify, the service runs five days a week, morning and afternoon. You don't have to use it every day or every trip, but please let the school know in advance if your child won't be riding on a particular day or time.
No — buses run at regular dismissal time only.
No. OPT is tightening ridership eligibility, and the school is liable for any students riding a bus they're not assigned to — the bus insurance doesn't cover them, so they'd be riding uninsured.
A student can receive free bus service for one address only. Please let us know which address you'd like to use.
Student OMNY Cards are for enrolled students only.
There are no adults on the bus other than the driver.
No. Caregivers cannot ride the bus and should not board it.
Our bus team needs to know exactly which students are riding home each day and which are staying or being picked up. We keep a specific list for every weekday with that day's riders.
You can call OPT Customer Service at 718-392-8855 to submit a formal complaint.