For school transport to PPSS Fethard, you'll need to apply through Bus Éireann's School Transport Scheme, either online via the Bus Éireann Family Portal or by contacting the local School Transport Office. Applications for the 2025-2026 school year are generally open until the last Friday in April, with payments due by the first Friday in June. 

Here's a breakdown:

• Eligibility:
  Children are eligible for school transport if they reside at least 3.2 kilometers from their nearest national school (primary) or 4.8 kilometers from their nearest post-primary school. 
• Application Process:
  You can apply online through the Bus Éireann School Transport Family Portal. 
• Timelines:
  The closing date for on-time applications is Friday, April 25, 2025, and the deadline for payments is Friday, June 6, 2025. 
• Late Applications:
  Late applications can be made, but there's no guarantee of a seat or service. 
• Contact Information:
  For specific queries about Fethard, contact the Bus Éireann School Transport Office, located in Waterford. You can also call the dedicated customer contact center at LoCall: 0818 919 910 (operating hours are 09.00 – 17.00 Monday to Friday). ​Website: https://www.buseireann.ie/contact-school-www.buseireann.ie/contact-school-transport.transport. Please let us know immediately if you require the assistance of the school in this matter: 052 6131572.

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Local/Private Bus Hire

We recommend and use Owen Walsh Bus Service in Fethard if you need to arrange a private transport service. He can be reached on ​(052) 613 1166