Curriculum mapping · TK-DRV
Driver course mapping
A clear view of how this course addresses key safeguarding, SEND, equality and emergency awareness topics for home-to-school transport. The curriculum is designed around current Department for Education home-to-school travel guidance.
This is a curriculum design reference. It is not an approval or accreditation claim.
| Topic | Where covered | Learning outcome | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safeguarding and recognising concerns | Safeguarding: recognise, respond, record, report | Recognise signs of concern and take the first safe steps. | Scenario questions and final assessment |
| Responding to disclosures | Safeguarding: recognise, respond, record, report | Listen, stay calm, avoid promises of secrecy and pass on the concern. | Disclosure scenario |
| Emergencies and road incidents | Safe journeys, incidents and emergencies | Stop safely, protect passengers and escalate to the right help. | Breakdown and collision scenarios |
| SEND and communication | Understanding SEND, behaviour and communication | Adapt communication and driving to individual needs. | SEND decision questions |
| Professional responsibilities | The Driver’s role and the transport team | Follow agreed arrangements and work safely with the PA, family, school and operator. | Role and handover questions |
Scope of this mapping
The course provides awareness training. Child-specific medical, restraint, first aid and other practical competencies need separate training where required by the employer, transport plan or local authority.