You need a landscape designer to get the best for your area. I am not sure why a walk to a bus stop would be part of my landscaping but not mine.

Are there a lot of children going to the bus stop? or just your children?

Add garden path, so not to get a worn grass path, is a great idea! Sort of a little secret garden, will make for great pictures in the Fall, winter, summer and Spring.

Plan out your path first, then begin to add.

Add a bench for them to sit and wait.

3 kids twice a day, great picture!

Make sure to plant bulbs that bloom early spring for color. Daffodils, crocuses, tulips.

If you have deer, use Liquid Fence. It really works well.