Teacher’s Pet: Northern reminds teachers to claim 25% discount on its services across the region

Northern says teachers across the North of England should remember to claim a special 25% discount on Advance Purchase tickets on its services.

The train operator issued the reminder ahead of UK Teachers’ Day tomorrow (Saturday, 5 October).

The saving, which is available via Discounts for Teachers, is delivered in partnership with Network - a company that specialises in employee discounts and benefits.

The discount is available on all of the train operator’s 2,500 services a day.

Stuart Taylor, head of commercial development at Northern, said: “We were very proud to launch this special discount last year – and we want to encourage as many teachers as possible to benefit.

“The discount is valid on each and every one of our services – and 25% is a discount that makes a difference.”  

Northern launched its partnership with Network in March 2023.

As part of the scheme, the train operator also offers a 25% discount on Advance Purchase tickets to carers, NHS workers and employees of registered charities.

Northern is also encouraging teachers to sign their schools up for the Employee Season Ticket Scheme, which offers the equivalent of 12-weeks free travel to work.

Teachers and other school staff can pay for their ticket in monthly, interest-free instalments taken direct from their paycheque and they can be used 365 days a year, meaning extra savings if they travel on the same route outside of their commute.

Teachers can register their school for the scheme at: northernrailway.co.uk/tickets/employee-season-tickets

Northern is the second largest train operator in the UK, with 2,500 services a day to more than 500 stations across the North of England.