Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Uber have introduced Uber School, a convenient, safe and cost-effective transport solution for students (aged 8 and above) and their parents. This initiative comes as part of efforts to provide families with an affordable and reliable option for school commutes, with savings of up to 35% on transport costs.
How Uber School Works
- Operates between 6am and 6pm to accommodate school and extracurricular activities.
- Parents need to set up a Teen account on Uber app.
- Real-time trip tracking, driver details and PIN verification ensure safety.
- Audio recording option adds an extra layer of security.
- Discounts of up to 35% apply for parents booking over 10 rides weekly.
RTA And Uber Partnership
Adel Shakeri, Director of Planning and Business Development at RTA, highlighted the importance of safe and flexible school transport and praised Uber's global expertise in ride-hailing. Carine Arif, Uber’s Head of Communications for MENA said: "We designed Uber School with students in mind, ensuring an affordable, efficient, and reliable solution for daily commutes with enhanced safety features, leveraging our existing Teens product. Whether students are going home or school, parents can have peace of mind knowing they will receive real-time notifications and can follow along with live trip tracking every step of the way."
As Dubai's student population grows, Uber School offers a smart and efficient alternative to daily school runs, reducing congestion and providing families with a trusted transport solution.
To register for Uber School, parents can fill up this form.