Parents in Dubai are now benefiting from a new school transportation service called Uber School, which offers discounted rides to help alleviate the financial burden of high school transportation costs. This service, launched in partnership with Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), provides a safe, flexible, and reliable solution for families. Uber School is designed for students aged 8 and older and can be used only on school days. The service offers discounts ranging from 15% to 35% based on the number of trips taken per week. For instance, families can save 15% on fewer than five trips, 25% on five to nine trips, and up to 35% on ten or more trips.
Safety is a top priority with Uber School, which includes features like real-time trip tracking, PIN verification, and RideCheck. Parents receive driver and vehicle details before each ride and can opt for privacy-protected audio recording. To use Uber School, parents must create a Teen account through the Uber app and complete a safety onboarding process. Once activated, students can request rides, and parents can unlock discounts on daily trips.
Uber School joins other transportation options like Careem School Rides, launched in 2023, to provide more flexibility for parents managing their child’s commute. With over half a million students in the UAE, these services aim to simplify daily commutes while ensuring affordability and parental oversight. The introduction of Uber School reflects a broader trend in Dubai to enhance transportation options for students, offering alternatives to traditional school bus services.
In addition to Uber School, Dubai has seen the introduction of other student-friendly transportation initiatives, such as the nol Student Package, which offers a 50% discount on public transport services operated by RTA. This package also includes discounts on local and international brands and serves as a payment method at retail stores across the UAE.
Overall, Uber School and similar services are transforming the way families manage school commutes in Dubai, providing both cost savings and peace of mind through advanced safety features and real-time monitoring.
