Dubai schools are notoriously difficult to get a place in, this is because there is a lot of bureaucracy within the schools and places are reserved for certain individuals that meet the schools criteria. Firstly many schools offer first choice placement to siblings of children who already have a place in the school. Secondly corporate debentures ensure that the children of their emplyees receive preference at a particular school. Finally personal debentures of individuals and families will ensure that the children get preffered acceptance into the school. Thereafter every other child will be considered for a place. With many schools with long waiting lists where the few available slots are booked up months and even years in advance, many parents who are desperate to find a school for their child will pay registration fees at several schools to improve their chances. In February 2009, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) capped registration fees at AED 500 based on a rule issued by the Ministry of Education which provided a relief to parents as many schools previously charged up to AED 3,000 for their non-refundable registration fees. Schools were also prohibited from collecting school fees before the beginning of the month or semester. It is common place for parents to register their children years in advance and registrations close up to six months prior to the new intake. Many parents turn to home schooling because they did not complete the registration in time or only registered at one school.
Both dates have now sold out- what an amazing couple of nights that gig is going to be!
Live and ‘close-up’ at the fabulous Ritz-Carlton, DIFC- Thurs June 13th!
Step back in time to the 70's & get your costume ready for next month's arrival of Björn Again in Dubai.
Our resident fitness fanatic gave Indoorwalking in Tecom a try, read all about it here
...in fact, I had to go back to the mirror to look again as I was so impressed at the results!
It's a really cute stage show for the kids that's on from June 18th at The Madinat Theatre
Find out more about how you can keep the kids busy over the summer time- loads listed here for you!
New store now open at Waitrose Ctr, Al Thanya Street for beautiful hats, dresses, accessories, occasion wear & more
Relax, rejuvenate and revive your senses with this unique top-to-toe ritual for just AED650
for child development and fun. 'Wind the bobbin' up', 'Head, shoulders, knees & toes'. Kids love songs, music & actions
Dr Johhny Haddad from Cooper Dermatology wins Dentistry Award, 'I love my Dentist'
It's common use is to reduce fine lines & wrinkles! But how does it work & with what results?
Check out the latest cooking classes on offer from the School of Culinary Finishing Arts
You want Louis Vuitton? You can HAVE Loius Vuitton, taking an in depth look at this luxury brand
Sun 2nd June, an exclusive info session on parenthood plus Q&A's with the experts...
Kids get a suprise visit from Micky & Minnie at Funky Monkey's coffee morning, view the photos
with properties closer to the desert it's important to know what to expect in any environment, Rentokil Tips...
A fitness centre should be above all a personal relationship! Transform your body whist having fun
Find out more about how Friends Of Animals Dubai need your help with their Arabian Maus project
Check out the new M&S store which promises to offer shoppers a great browsing experience.
