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I thought EK staff got housing and schooling paid but OP states that they have to pay housing and although they will get schooling, the amount she states won't pay for GEMS school. If they get the EK card then that will also help loads. EK supply fully paid for company housing or you can elect to take an allowance and do your own thing (rent, buy, whatever). Schooling is at a fixed rate per child and it is up to you whether you put the kid into a more expensive school and pay the difference or find a cheaper option. edited by Roadrunner on 05/09/2013 The OP doesn't appear to have the company housing option, which, if I were in her shoes and were offered it, I would have chosen, even if it meant a lower monthly income.

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Latest post on 05 September 2013 - 09:26

Anyone know what the fine is for those involved in the illegal employment of private tutors? You do know there's been a crack-down on this here in recent years? Teachers tutoring pupils from the schools which employ them are likely to be worst hit if discovered, I believe. But I could be wrong, and like the illegal employment of part-time maids, it may be something which we're warned about having major repercussions, but in the event, the authorities mostly turn a blind eye to it. ETA: If I were a private tutor in Dubai, I'd be wary of touting for business on these pages. <em>edited by Vdella on 05/09/2013</em>

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Latest post on 05 September 2013 - 08:52

In a rush, so just a quick response. In your shoes , I would def have a look at some other cheaper schools. Although many people are happy with Gems school, I believe there are several schools providing just as good, if not a better education at a much cheaper price. The only advantage with Gems, is that if you got a job as a TA there, you get some of the school fees paid. Many other schools don't contribute to fees of the TA's. Typically TA jobs are around AED5 to AED6 k a month. Re a villa, again consider fact you will have higher utilities in a villa than an apartment. Don't rule out a ground floor apartment with 'garden' area. Good luck. Do you know about the EK benefits? I thought that EK benefits included housing, housing fees and DEWA bills, as well as excellent medical insurance and payment of school fees? I suppose it depends on the employee's grade and the contract they negotiated? Are there fewer benefits for employees joining now than there used to be? OP, no matter how frugal a life you lead, and even if you "downgrade" to a cheaper school, I really can't see you finding a villa you can afford, unless it is well subsidised by EK In the first place. Part-time jobs for trailing spouses pay peanuts here, too, though they are not too hard to find in schools and nurseries. I completely understand your longing for sun instead of snow and I hope it works out well for you and your family.

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