Van & Bus Live
GPS Tracking
Parents watch their child’s school van in real-time on a live map. School management monitors the entire fleet with trip history, route replay, and driver performance — all from one dashboard.
32 km/h
Speed
4.2 km
Distance
2/6
Stops
Moving
Status
< 1s
Update Speed
Location refreshes instantly
5m
Precision
High-accuracy GPS tracking
24/7
Always On
Tracks even with screen off
100%
Trip Recording
Every trip saved forever
How Van Tracking Works
From route setup to live parent tracking — the entire flow in four simple steps.
Set Up Routes & Vehicles
Add your school vans and buses, assign drivers, draw routes on the map with pickup and drop stops, and link students to their designated stops.
Driver Starts the Trip
The driver opens the app, selects the route and trip type — morning pickup or afternoon drop — and taps Start Trip. Location tracking begins immediately.
Everyone Watches Live
Parents see the van moving on their phone screen. Admins see all vehicles on a single dashboard. Location updates arrive in real-time with smooth, natural movement.
Trip Ends with a Full Report
When the driver ends the trip, the system automatically records total distance, speed statistics, duration, and stops visited. Everything is saved and ready for review anytime.
Powerful Tracking Features
Built from the ground up for Indian schools — reliable, real-time, and parent-friendly.
Live GPS Tracking
Watch every school van and bus move across the map in real-time. Location updates arrive in under a second — parents see the vehicle glide along the road as it happens, with no manual refresh needed.
Always-On Tracking
Tracking never stops, even when the driver's phone screen is off or the app runs in the background. Whether Android or iOS, the system keeps streaming location data until the trip ends.
Trip History & Replay
Every trip is recorded from start to finish — the exact route, every stop, speed at every point, and total distance. Admins can replay any past trip on the map to investigate incidents or answer parent queries.
Smart Geofence Stops
Each pickup and drop stop has its own virtual boundary on the map. The system automatically detects when the van enters or exits a stop zone. The school gate gets a wider boundary for early arrival detection.
Speed & Distance Reports
Every trip generates detailed statistics — total distance, maximum speed, average speed, trip duration, and stops covered. These reports help management monitor driver behaviour and ensure safe driving.
Uninterrupted Connection
Even if the internet connection flickers, tracking continues without a gap. The system automatically switches to a backup connection method so parents always see the last known position — never a blank screen.
Flexible Route Builder
Design routes with unlimited stops, each pinned on the map with a custom name and boundary radius. Assign vehicles and drivers, and link students to their designated stops. Past trip records stay intact even when routes are updated.
Privacy & Compliance
Location data is collected only during active trips and only with clear consent. The app shows a prominent disclosure before tracking begins, and collection stops automatically when the trip ends. Fully compliant with app store policies.
Live Status for Parents
Parents see real-time status badges on their screen — Moving, Stopped, or Offline. They receive instant notifications when a trip starts and when it ends, so they always know what is happening.
Know Your Child Is Safe —
Every Second of the Ride
No more anxious waiting at the pickup point. No more calling the driver to ask “where are you?” With School Orbit’s van tracking, you open your phone and see your child’s school van moving live on a map — every turn, every stop, every moment.
See the Van on Your Screen
Open the app and your child's school van appears on a live map. No more calling the driver, no more guessing. You see every turn, every stop, every moment — right from your phone.
Your Child Is Safe — You Know It
The anxiety of not knowing where your child is disappears. The van marker shows which direction it is heading, so you can tell at a glance whether it is coming toward you or moving away.
Know When to Be Ready
See how many stops the van has already passed and how many remain before it reaches you. No more standing at the pickup point for 20 minutes — step out when the van is actually close.
Never Miss a Pickup Again
The moment the driver starts the trip, you get a notification. When the van reaches school, you get another. You are always in the loop — whether you are at home, at work, or on the go.
Every Stop Clearly Marked
The complete route appears on your map with every pickup and drop point marked. You know exactly where each stop is and how far the van has yet to travel.
Works on Any Phone
Available on both iPhone and Android. The map loads fast, the van marker moves smoothly, and it works even on slower mobile networks. No special hardware needed — just your regular phone.
See Every Vehicle at Once
A single dashboard shows all your school vehicles on one map. Instantly see which are moving, which are stopped, and which are offline. Filter by vehicle, route, or driver to focus on what matters.
Know How Your Drivers Perform
Track speed, distance, and trip duration for every driver across every trip. Spot over-speeding, unauthorised detours, or extended stops. Use data to reward good drivers and address concerns.
Link Students to Routes & Stops
Assign each student to a specific route and a specific stop. When a parent asks 'which van does my child ride?', the answer is one tap away. Manage hundreds of students across dozens of routes effortlessly.
Full Trip Records — Always Available
Every trip is stored with start time, end time, complete GPS trail, and computed statistics. Need to investigate a complaint from last month? Replay the exact trip on the map in seconds.
Routes That Adapt to Your Needs
Add stops, rename them, re-pin them on the map, or change the boundary radius — anytime. Swap vehicles or reassign drivers without touching past records. Your route data is always flexible and your history is always intact.
Control Who Sees What
Fine-grained permissions let you decide who can view live tracking, who can manage routes, who can assign students, and who can start or end trips. Transport managers, class teachers, and drivers each see only what they need.
Full Fleet Visibility &
Complete Control
Monitor every vehicle in your fleet from a single dashboard. Create routes, assign drivers and students, track trips in real-time, and replay any past trip for accountability. Your transport operations — fully transparent.
What Parents See
This is the live tracking screen in the parent app — the van moving on a map with real-time speed, distance, and arrival information.
Live Tracking
Sector 15 Morning Pickup
Ramesh Kumar
Driver
UP16 AB 1234
Tata Winger
28 km/h
Speed
3.1 km
Distance
~8 min
ETA
Everything Included
A complete van tracking solution — no add-ons, no hidden costs. Every feature listed below is part of the standard module.
Why Schools Choose Van Tracking
Transport is the first and last touchpoint of a child’s school day. Making it transparent builds trust with parents and accountability across your fleet.
Parent Trust & Satisfaction
When parents can see the van live, they stop worrying and start trusting. Schools with live tracking report fewer transport-related complaints and higher parent satisfaction scores.
Student Safety
Every trip is monitored, every route is recorded, and every driver is accountable. If an incident occurs, you have the complete GPS trail to investigate and resolve within minutes.
Operational Efficiency
Stop guessing which routes are efficient and which drivers need attention. Real-time data and historical reports help you optimise routes, reduce fuel costs, and improve on-time performance.
Ready to Track Your School Fleet?
Give parents peace of mind and gain full visibility over your school transport. Set up van tracking in under 48 hours.