Student Travel

We understand that a successful school day begins long before the first bell rings. By partnering with local transit networks, offering secure on-campus bike facilities and providing clear, up-to-date route information, we ensure our students have access to safe, reliable and independent travel options that give families total peace of mind.

Active Travel

We encourage students who live locally to walk or ride to Sacred Heart.

Pedestrian Safety: Students walking to school are encouraged to use the designated school crossings.
Bicycles: Secure bike racks are available on the College grounds for student use. We recommend all students use a sturdy lock and wear a helmet in accordance with Victorian road laws.

Driving

For families driving students to the College, please be mindful of the school zone during drop-off (8.00am to 9.30am) and pick-up (2.30pm to 4.00pm). Retreat Road is the perfect location for dropping off and picking up students.

Please adhere to all local parking restrictions and 40km/h speed limits.
We ask parents to remain patient and prioritise the safety of all students when navigating the streets surrounding the campus.

Bus Travel

If you plan to utilise the bus as your form of transportation, we can assist in planning your route. Our Bus Routes Booklet is a comprehensive guide to available routes.

The booklet is a guide only. It is regularly updated, but for the most current and comprehensive timetables, please visit the bus line websites directly.

Bus Routes Booklet

Regional Areas (Private School Bus)

Students travelling from regional areas are required to complete an Application for Permission to Travel.

Cost

Travel is free for students in regional areas if Sacred Heart is their nearest Catholic school. If it is not, a letter must be provided by the nearest Catholic school stating that an enrolment place was unavailable.

Application for Permission to Travel – Regional Areas

Submit the form below to our College Reception. You only need to resubmit if you change your address.

Application Form (Word Document)

Regional Areas

Anakie	Anglesea	Bambra
Bannockburn	Barrabool	Batesford
Bellbrae	Bells Beach	Buckley
Ceres	Deans Marsh	Fairhaven
Freshwater Creek	Gheringhap	Gnarwarre
Inverleigh	Lethbridge	Little River
Lorn	Maude	Meredith
Moorabool	Moriac	Mt Moriac
Shelford	Stonehaven	Teesdale
Winchelsea	Wingeel