Callum, who took part in the scheme, wanted to gain independence by taking public transport.
His family said the Independent Travel Training programme had made him “a different person”.
His mum Lynsey Thain said: “At first, Callum was nervous to take part, but after day one he was so excited about it.
“He really gained a new lease of life and so much confidence.
“He now regularly travels on his own and it’s not just to school. He hops on the bus to visit friends and family members, something I couldn’t have dreamed of previously.”
