On the Los Angeles Metro (bus and rail) system, children under the age of 6 ride for free when accompanied by a fare-paying adult. There is a limit of two children under 6 per adult who can ride for free; any additional children must have a paid fare. For older children, LA Metro offers several discount programs. Students in grades K-12 who attend participating schools in the "GoPass" program can ride for free at all times with a registered TAP card. If a student's school does not participate in GoPass, they can still apply for a "Reduced Fare" student TAP card, which significantly lowers the cost of a single ride or a monthly pass. For elementary and high school students, the fare is typically much lower than the standard adult rate. It is important to note that to receive these benefits, children over the age of 5 generally need their own TAP card to tap at the turnstiles or on the bus. These rules help make the metro an affordable option for families navigating the sprawling Los Angeles area, provided they have the correct documentation or program enrollment for the older children.