Supplement Your Current Transportation Options
We help get students to their destinations, safely and on time. Our technology connects school partners to a network of highly vetted drivers with small vehicles and wheelchair-accessible vehicles, complementing the yellow bus, filling in gaps, and enabling schools to support student transportation needs.
Reliable Rides for Every Student
Caregivers on Wheels
The network of CareDrivers using HopSkipDrive’s technology is the largest and safest community of “caregivers on wheels.” CareDrivers go through extensive background checks, have at least five years of caregiving experience, and are trained in best practices for working with diverse populations.
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 Most Trusted Provider of Supplemental School Transportation
10K+
Schools Helped
5M+
Rides Completed
95M+
Safe Miles Driven
How HopSkipDrive Works
Your Child's Personalized Profile
Your rider’s school creates a personalized rider profile tailored to your child's unique needs and preferences, ensuring every ride is suited to them.
Dedicated Support Line for Your Child
Receive a text with our mobile app download link to track rides in real-time. Call our dedicated caregiver line at (213) 737-9600 to further personalize your child's experience. Before each ride, you'll receive texts with the CareDriver's photo, name, bio, and vehicle details so you and your child feel completely prepared.
Multi-Step Verification Process
Have your rider ready 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time and watch for our distinctive orange HopSkipDrive decal to easily identify the CareDriver's vehicle. Follow the verification protocol - CareDrivers provide your rider's name and code word (set in the app), while your child confirms their birthday for added security.
Timely & Consistent Notifications
Receive live updates when the CareDriver is en route, arrives, departs, and safely reaches the destination. Track the entire journey in real-time through the HopSkipDrive app and communicate directly with CareDrivers whenever needed.
Changes To Your Rides
If you need to edit the address or make changes to the ride, reach out to your school at least 8 hours in advance.
An All-in-One Ride Management Platform
One Trusted Partner for All Your Rides
The RideIQ® platform makes it easy to book and track rides, and get data-driven insights.
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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