The Department for Children, Schools and Families refers to Travellers as identifiable groups that are traditionally associated with a nomadic lifestyle. This includes Gypsies, Scottish, Welsh or Irish Travellers, Showground families, Circus people, Bargees and New Travellers.

Many of the Travellers have a long association with North Yorkshire and uphold distinct traditions and beliefs. Some may be continually mobile, some occasionally mobile, some may live in houses and others may be seasonal workers.

The Traveller Support Service aims to help overcome problems of interrupted schooling and provide access to a positive and enriching educational experience for every child. The Service supports all Traveller families, schools and other education settings and aims to ensure that all traveller children and young people, including those who move frequently or live in isolated parts of the county, have access to a full curriculum within mainstream schools.

If you need help or support from the Traveller Education Service please contact the County Coordinator on 01609 535546.

Useful downloads Traveller support referral form [464kb] Referral form to request support from traveller team   Gypsies and travellers - frequently asked questions How can the Traveller Support Service help? Contacts Paul Winter paul.winter@northyorks.gov.uk Tel: 01609 535546 Full details for Paul Winter