~ Since 2014 ~
COMMUNITY NEWS
~ SPRINGTIME 2026 ~
We're looking forward to delivering more
Fabulous & Magical Storytelling
for Schools
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National Education Week 2nd - 7th of March
and World Book Day 5th of March at
King's Court First School
RBWM
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Fabulous & Magical Storytelling
for Schools
❤️
National Education Week 2nd - 7th of March
and World Book Day 5th of March at
King's Court First School
RBWM
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Join us for Maidenhead's Big Read 2026
March 7th & 8th Maidenhead
No need to book ~ It's all FREE!
maidenheads-big-read.org.uk
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March 7th & 8th Maidenhead
No need to book ~ It's all FREE!
maidenheads-big-read.org.uk
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Storytelling at Windsor & Eton Brewery
April 6th Windsor
A fabulous Family Fun Day ~ Easter Monday 2026
Reserve your seats on the bus at bookwhen.com/alicew-b
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April 6th Windsor
A fabulous Family Fun Day ~ Easter Monday 2026
Reserve your seats on the bus at bookwhen.com/alicew-b
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ONCE UPON A BUS
FOR SCHOOLS & COMMUNITY
CelebratING & INSPIRING
Literacy, reading & storyTelling
~ NEW REDUCED RATES FOR SCHOOLS ~
The Fabulous & Magical
Once Upon a Bus for Schools
We specialise in working with schools to deliver exciting interactive storytelling experiences that support every aspect of the curriculum. Inspire a love of literacy, reading and storytelling in children of all ages!
Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
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Download our brochure here:
Once Upon a Bus for Schools
We specialise in working with schools to deliver exciting interactive storytelling experiences that support every aspect of the curriculum. Inspire a love of literacy, reading and storytelling in children of all ages!
Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
❤️
Download our brochure here:
SCHOOLS & COMMUNITY
For all booking enquiries
Call Arti direct on 07912 101 619
ONCE UPON A BUS ARE PARENTKIND APPROVED SUPPLIERS TO SCHOOL PTAs
Once Upon A Bus offer a creative storytelling environment, on a customised double-decker bus, primarily focussed at, but not limited to, children aged 0-12 years in the South-East UK.
Once Upon A Bus is a self-contained mobile project designed to provide a fun space in which to learn about and explore the many facets of language and communication, through traditional storytelling.
The vehicle has been designed and refitted to the highest specifications to provide distinct, exciting spaces to promote both the desire and the ability to learn. State-of-the-art technology and visual projections provide an immersive experience that entertains, captivates and inspires our audiences without compromising the real-world, face-to-face environment and traditional storytelling values that underpin the project's vision.
Our service delivers a range of educational activities to children and an opportunity for teachers, parents and carers to engage in a positive and productive social environment.
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Once Upon a Bus provide tailor-made, original and unique storytelling experiences to support project themes, specific genres/authors and the National Curriculum.
Once Upon A Bus is a self-contained mobile project designed to provide a fun space in which to learn about and explore the many facets of language and communication, through traditional storytelling.
The vehicle has been designed and refitted to the highest specifications to provide distinct, exciting spaces to promote both the desire and the ability to learn. State-of-the-art technology and visual projections provide an immersive experience that entertains, captivates and inspires our audiences without compromising the real-world, face-to-face environment and traditional storytelling values that underpin the project's vision.
Our service delivers a range of educational activities to children and an opportunity for teachers, parents and carers to engage in a positive and productive social environment.
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Once Upon a Bus provide tailor-made, original and unique storytelling experiences to support project themes, specific genres/authors and the National Curriculum.
We create high quality, original promotional materials and develop exciting new learning content for every one of our unique projects!
ONCE UPON A BUS ❤️ FOR SCHOOLS
The Once Upon A Bus came to be part of the prestigious Children's Literature Festival at Eagle House School on 18 and 19 September 2015. The magic and creativity of Arti and Matthew could not be faulted as they narrated and shared stories with children over the two days. Boys and girls entering the bus are taken to a new world and the brilliance is that the bus evolves into whatever theme has been planned.
From the moment they assemble outside to watch the magical Bubble Man, the children are entranced. Arti's characters are played out brilliantly and she leads them on a journey through the bus, reading and sharing and fully immersing children into the world of storytelling. We could not have been more delighted with the response from the children after their adventures on the Once Upon A Bus. They have not stopped talking about their experience and there is no doubt that the bus helped make our Festival a huge success.
If your children love stories they will adore the bus and I would urge you to let it park up at your school and create its magic."
Matthew Edwards
Head of English, Eagle House School, Sandhurst
USEFUL INFORMATION
FOR SCHOOLS
~ Group Sizes ~
The bus has been designed to accommodate an average classroom of children and carers comfortably. Additional adults accompanying children have use of a seating area at the back of the upper deck (aka the book corner) which can seat c. 10 adults.
The length of each session is tailored for each school dependent on the number of children. For reference, we have been able to accommodate a school of 420 pupils with 20 minute workshops spread over a school day.
Once Upon a Bus can run power through a normal supply.
We carry a 50m extension cable.
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NB. Once Upon a Bus can only be hired for a full day during Book week due to demand; Extra fees may apply.
Enquire for all the details!
FOR SCHOOLS
~ Group Sizes ~
The bus has been designed to accommodate an average classroom of children and carers comfortably. Additional adults accompanying children have use of a seating area at the back of the upper deck (aka the book corner) which can seat c. 10 adults.
The length of each session is tailored for each school dependent on the number of children. For reference, we have been able to accommodate a school of 420 pupils with 20 minute workshops spread over a school day.
Once Upon a Bus can run power through a normal supply.
We carry a 50m extension cable.
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NB. Once Upon a Bus can only be hired for a full day during Book week due to demand; Extra fees may apply.
Enquire for all the details!
Please read the
*House Rules*
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For safety information:
Please see onceuponabus.com/Safety
For your reference:
Our provisional Terms and Conditions of Service
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*House Rules*
❤️
For safety information:
Please see onceuponabus.com/Safety
For your reference:
Our provisional Terms and Conditions of Service
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ONCE UPON A BUS ARE A
PARENTKIND
APPROVED SUPPLIER
The Approved Suppliers Directory features only the very best market leader suppliers, recommended as a result of verified testimonials and conducted due diligence, and provides a trusted and comprehensive go-to resource for School PTAs and groups.
Additions & Extras
Unfortunately, schools within the London Low Emission Zone
will incur additional charges.
Special themed stories and seasonal sessions (Yuletide, Halloween, May Day, Festivals etc.) may incur additional charges for extra resources, staff, staging etc.
Prices on application.
If you have any questions, please just ask...
We hope to see you onboard soon!
Best Wishes
Arti x
Call direct on 07912 101 619
Unfortunately, schools within the London Low Emission Zone
will incur additional charges.
Special themed stories and seasonal sessions (Yuletide, Halloween, May Day, Festivals etc.) may incur additional charges for extra resources, staff, staging etc.
Prices on application.
If you have any questions, please just ask...
We hope to see you onboard soon!
Best Wishes
Arti x
Call direct on 07912 101 619
~ JUST SOME OF OUR CUSTOMERS ~
Claires Court School, Maidenhead
Lambrook School, Winkfield
Bishopsgate School, Englefield Green
Waltham St Lawrence Primary School
Eagle House School, Sandhurst
Holme Grange School, Wokingham
St George's School, Windsor
Hornsby House School, Balham, London
East Berkshire Down's Syndrome Support Group
Queen Anne's School, Windsor
Manor Green School, Maidenhead
The Royal Horticultural Society
The Hurlingham Club, London
The Thames Hospice, Windsor & Maidenhead
Barnes Film Festival
The Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead
Claires Court School, Maidenhead
Lambrook School, Winkfield
Bishopsgate School, Englefield Green
Waltham St Lawrence Primary School
Eagle House School, Sandhurst
Holme Grange School, Wokingham
St George's School, Windsor
Hornsby House School, Balham, London
East Berkshire Down's Syndrome Support Group
Queen Anne's School, Windsor
Manor Green School, Maidenhead
The Royal Horticultural Society
The Hurlingham Club, London
The Thames Hospice, Windsor & Maidenhead
Barnes Film Festival
The Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead
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