Transportation That Enables Enrollment

Fleet Lab supports private schools in implementing van-based transportation systems and transitioning from bus-only fleets to mixed fleets of buses and vans. Our system enables higher enrollment, reduces student travel time and eliminates driver shortages through recruiting from within the school community.

Leaders in School Van Leasing

Fleet Lab focuses exclusively on schools. We understand enrollment growth, parent expectations, safety standards, and the realities of school transportation operations.

Fleet Lab helps schools grow enrollment, improve safety, and reduce transportation costs through modern van leasing and transportation services designed specifically for students.

We enable schools to serve remote and dispersed student populations without the expense, rigidity, and operational burden of traditional bus fleets.

The Fleet Lab Difference

Fleet Lab is purpose-built for private schools. We combine right-sized vehicles (vans), operational support like route optimization, and transportation expertise into a flexible model that helps grow your enrollment and reduces your expenses.

Key Benefits for Schools

Increase Enrollment and Revenue

  • Extend transportation coverage without adding buses.
  • Make enrollment possible for families previously outside your service area. See example.

Lower Transportation Costs

  • Vans are significantly less expensive than buses.
  • No capital investment or depreciation risk.
  • Reduced fuel, maintenance, and staffing costs.

Improve Safety

  • Modern vehicles with advanced safety features incl. seat belts, side curtain airbags, tire pressure monitoring, stability control, automatic emergency braking, driver monitoring, cross traffic / backup warnings, 360 degree visibility at stops
  • Professionally trained drivers.
  • Reduced single-point-of-failure risk.

Improve Flexibility

Use vans for:

  • Daily student transport
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Athletic events
  • Field trips and special programs

Reduce Administrative Burden

  • Fleet Lab manages maintenance, downtime, and replacements.
  • Less internal oversight required from school staff.

Facilitate Recruiting of New Drivers

  • Fewer administrative barriers — no CDL required and a simpler onboarding process
  • Vans are less intimidating than traditional school buses
  • Drivers can take vehicles home, which adds convenience and flexibility