If you're still up for the idea, there's a list on the NEXUS website. http://www.nexus.org.uk/schoolbus
You can choose from Gateshead, Newcastle, North Tyneside, South Tyneside and Sunderland school bus services. I think if you try to get the first (morning) or last (evening) stop, you could probably avoid getting any people in the shot.
RE: Go North East