FirstView Classic

FirstView Classic

by Firstgroup America Inc

12K ratings
132 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 8 Sep 2025)

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 7, 2017
  • July 1, 2025

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Track your student's school bus in real-time, view estimated arrival times, and receive custom alerts for departures and delays. This app provides transparency and communication for parents regarding their child's daily school commute.

Live bus location tracking
Estimated stop arrival times
School arrival and departure timestamps
Customizable push and email notifications
Multi-student bus tracking
Secure password-protected access
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What's New in FirstView Classic

2024.1.4

July 1, 2025

Please Download the New FirstView 1.0 App FirstView Classic is no longer supported. To continue using FirstView: 1. Delete this app, FirstView Classic. 2. Download FirstView 1.0 from the App Store. Thank you for using FirstView—we’re excited to bring you an enhanced experience in the new app! For questions, contact support@myfirstview.com.

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User reviews

Not good

App could be better very inconsistent location of buses and need to integrate dynamic island to track bus on screen

My opinion matters

I enjoy the fact that I am able to have a rough estimation as to where my children are on the way to and from school. Some downfalls of this app are the little two absolutely zero communication between first view and the Buffalo school bus system, also the accuracy of when the children are on their way home from school. There’s been a number of occasions where it will be an indication of 15 minutes until my child would be at their stop and in actuality they’re already there. I can’t thank you enough for this app. Overall it’s a great app.
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Stopped working; no help

The bus tracking worked the first couple of weeks then nothing. No alerts, no tracking. I’ve uninstalled and reinstalled. Turned off and on notifications. Nothing. Useless.

trash

i don't think it can gauge time correctly at all

First view

Pretty accurate very helpful when
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

7 issues

Student profile gets deleted due to errors

Bug

Bus not showing in app

Bug

Tracking unavailable

Bug

Constantly have to re-add pickup and dropoff locations

Bug

App forgets student information

Bug

GPS tracking not available with sub drivers

Bug

Doesn't track combined routes or alternate buses

Bug

Requested Features

6 requests

Modify distance for notification to 5km

Feature

Highlight bus route and pickup/dropoff locations

Feature

Color code buses by route

Feature

Allow selecting bus for specific days

Feature

Add ability to notify driver if child won't be riding

Feature

Provide full screen option

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FAQ

What does the FirstView Classic app do?

The FirstView Classic app is designed to provide parents with real-time information about their student's school bus. It allows users to see the live location of the bus, estimated arrival times at their stop, and timestamps for when the bus arrives at or departs from school.

What are the key features of FirstView Classic?

Key features include live bus tracking on a map, predictive stop arrival times based on GPS data, customizable push and email notifications for bus proximity or delays, and the ability to track buses for multiple students simultaneously with color-coded stops.

Is FirstView Classic free to use?

Yes, the FirstView Classic app is offered free of charge to parents. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the description.

What are the system requirements for FirstView Classic?

The app requires a password-protected account and the student's ID for setup. It can be registered and logged into from a smartphone, tablet, or desktop computer, indicating broad compatibility across devices.

Who is the target audience for FirstView Classic?

This app is intended for parents who want to stay informed about their child's school bus journey. It is particularly useful for parents whose school districts partner with First Student and offer this tracking service.