Driving School Transportation into the Future
Get every student to school on time. HopSkipDrive is a leader in supplemental student transportation, offering access to safe, reliable rides as well as RouteWise AI™, the world’s first student transportation intelligence platform, all powered by transformative technology.
How We Help
HopSkipDrive solves complex transportation challenges where there is a heightened need for safety, equity, and care.
Supplemental Transportation
We fill school transportation gaps. Our network of highly vetted CareDrivers in small vehicles supplements existing services like yellow buses, providing support when and where schools and riders need it most.
RouteWise AI™
Customized, data-driven routing plans tailored to school district requirements, priorities, and constraints.
The HopSkipDrive Difference
Technology-powered solutions for safe, dependable, and individually tailored student transportation.
Stay Informed
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.
Get Connected
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.
Ready for Pickup
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
Who We Support
Schools
HopSkipDrive empowers schools to overcome driver shortages and efficiently meet the unique transportation needs of every student with time-saving technology and a flexible network of CareDrivers that supplements yellow buses.
Families
Busy parents need reliability — and kids need structure to thrive. We understand how complicated it can be to get kids where they need to go, and we’re here to help.
Government Agencies and Nonprofits
HopSkipDrive supports counties, government agencies, and nonprofits in arranging reliable, safe transportation for anyone who needs a little extra care.
CareDrivers®
Earn a safe, flexible income while helping students and families in your community.
The Leading Provider of Supplemental School Transportation Solutions
We are trusted by school districts around the country to solve their biggest challenges with safety, equity, and care driving everything we do.
10K+
Schools Helped
5M+
Rides Completed
95M+
Safe Miles Driven
Meeting the Needs of All Students
From specialized transportation for students with unique needs, to general education and after-school programs, we connect schools and families with adaptable transportation that prioritizes safety, reliability, and convenience.
“The easiest McKinney-Vento process compared to any other school year.”
—Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District
Students eligible for transportation through the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act can move frequently, making it difficult to arrange transportation with a standard school bus. HopSkipDrive’s nimble network of CareDrivers can provide rides with just six hours’ notice, ensuring these students don't miss out.
“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
Youth in foster care often experience placement changes and instability, making consistent transportation to school and other activities a challenge. The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) mandates transportation for these students — and HopSkipDrive’s flexible, care-centered marketplace provides reliable rides, ensuring youth in foster care can stay connected to education, resources, and their communities.
“We love that CareDrivers are connected with resources on best practices in working with special needs students.”
—Prince William County Public Schools
Students with special needs often have Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that include specialized transportation requirements. For some students, they may need consistent drivers, a rider assistant, or a wheelchair-accessible vehicle (WAV). No matter their need, HopSkipDrive offers a safe and reliable solution to help students get to school, therapy, and other appointments comfortably and on time.
“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. HopSkipDrive’s flexible and reliable transportation solutions help charter schools expand access and opportunity for all students.
“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.
Success Stories
What Our Clients Say
Here’s what some of our education partners have to say about working with HopSkipDrive.
“HopSkipDrive has been a necessary and invaluable school transportation partner to Denver Public Schools. Bus driver shortages have been challenging to our transportation department, but HopSkipDrive’s introduction of a flexible driver supply and easy-to-use technology helped us free up assets and optimize our transportation.”
Denver Public Schools
—Albert Samora, Executive Director of Transportation
“We’ve had a very positive experience working with HopSkipDrive. Any time there has been a challenge, the company has been very responsive with figuring out a solution.”
Pleasanton Unified School District
—Elise Greenaway, Social Worker
“With HopSkipDrive, the students are able to get home sooner and do homework, or they’re able to stay at the school for extracurricular activities instead of being on the bus for an hour or more.”
Tolleson Union High School District
—Dr. Rosalva Lagunas, Director of Federal Programs and Grants
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