3 schools within 2km of Airport Terminal 1 Metro (Red Line). KHDA ratings, fees, walking distances.
3 KHDA-inspected schools sit within 2 km of Airport Terminal 1 Metro Station, on the Red Line. Listed below by KHDA rating, then by walking distance from the station. Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) — actual walking routes can be 20-40% longer.
| # | School | KHDA Rating | Curriculum | Distance | Avg Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gulf Indian High School | Indian | 1.3 km | AED 7,211 | |
| 2 | New Indian Model School | Indian | 1.4 km | AED 6,117 | |
| 3 | The National Charity School for Girls (Br of The National Charity School for Boys L.L.C) | MOE | 1.3 km | AED 6,689 |
Based on 3 schools with published fees. Many schools offer sibling discounts of 5-15%.
3 KHDA-inspected schools sit within 2 km of Airport Terminal 1 Metro on the Red Line. The closest is Gulf Indian High School at 1.3 km away.
Gulf Indian High School, rated Good by KHDA (Indian curriculum).
Most Dubai schools run their own bus services covering nearby communities. Older students sometimes use the metro, but it's uncommon for primary-age children. Living near a metro station is more useful for parents and for after-school activities than for the daily school run.
No — they're straight-line distances from the metro station to the school. Real walking routes (around buildings, across roads) are typically 20-40% longer. A school listed at 1.5 km may be a 25-minute walk in practice.
