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Latest post on 19 August 2015 - 16:57
Any information please!!!
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Latest post on 18 August 2015 - 22:19
Desert Princess off Salwa Road is very good, British!! Ask for Christy. They have a Facebook page if you want to contact them.
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Latest post on 11 August 2015 - 02:10
Thanks Redwine for this information. I really appreciate your reply and feedback. Thanks Julie
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Latest post on 22 January 2015 - 19:12
No I don't believe having a British Passport you have a certain level of Turoring Brilliance!!! But from my experience some Tutors here in Doha are advertising their Tutor services and have poor English!! This is why I'm asking for a British Tutor who is aware of the IGCSE's system. Not saying that if you are not British you do not have a good level of English!! just saying from my own experience. But all that aside, I think I'm in my own right to ask for a British Tutor, if that is what I require!!
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Latest post on 21 January 2015 - 22:11
Hi, as anybody heard of Geometric Student Dvelopment here in Doha? Any information would be good!!! Thanks
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Latest post on 21 January 2015 - 13:02
Hello, I live on Mirage Compound and have NO complaints here!!! It is a very friendly compound with lots of small children. I have been here now for two years and think it is ideally placed where it takes 20 mins roughly depending on traffic to get anywhere. Probably less to Villagio Mall which takes 10-15 minutes!! I wouldn't count on DC as a guaranteed place yet? Unless you have had confirmation on this in writing! I believe they have only just closed the post for applications. They will now have to look and see who they would like to assess? Schools here are a nightmare to get place!!! Limited spaces in all schools!!! Good Luck anyway.
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Latest post on 10 November 2014 - 10:26
Kimmc3 Can you please explain how there is a difference between IGCSE's and GCSE's? Didn't realise there was much difference, well this is what I was told and that collages and A level students back in England will accept IGCSE's students as equal to GCSE students.
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Latest post on 10 November 2014 - 10:16
Hi Kam77, I experience with Compass- my daughter is at Madinat Khalifa. I feel the primary and lower part of secondary is good!! My daughter started in year 9 as this was the only school that replied to me at the time!! I feel compared to other secondary schools it lacks facilities of other secondary schools here. On the plus side very small classes only 30 ish in the whole of year 11. My daughter gets on with most of the teachers and is doing ok. Not sure whether she will gain the GCSE's she needs thou? As from the past two years the GCSE grades haven't been great!! They also have an IB now, but I'm not sure how that is going, this is their first year of IB Students. Hope this help, it's not a bad school, but I think it lacks facilities that I see of other schools, well that's my opinion on secondary, not sure about primary? There seems more primary than secondary students!!! <em>edited by julie1234 on 10/11/2014</em>
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Latest post on 04 November 2014 - 16:29
Hi all, thinking ahead can anybody advise where I can purchase a Turkey Crown for Christmas dinner please? Does Green Box sell Turkey's? Thanks.
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Latest post on 30 October 2014 - 18:18
Thank you all for your replies. I will look into this some more!! As things here in Doha change on a daily bases. Lol
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Latest post on 29 October 2014 - 20:03
Hi I have a UK education certificate that has been certified by a UK Solictor. I then went to the British Embassy today in Doha to get the certificate attested. I was then in formed that they do not offer this service anymore!!? Is this not an requirement anymore? Any ideas what I can do? Thanks for any information.
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Latest post on 22 October 2014 - 14:22
Hi No my daughter is at Compass International school at present. She didn't have an assessment at Doha Collage. We were just enquiring about A Levels at Doha Collage.
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Latest post on 21 October 2014 - 15:23
Ok thanks Dina!! X
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Latest post on 18 October 2014 - 19:21
Thanks, I appreciate your feedback!! I will check with them.
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Latest post on 18 October 2014 - 18:59
Hi I have a couple of questions regarding 6 form schools here in Doha- * Does anybody know which British Curriculum schools have 6 form and have As/A Levels? * Do you still have to sit an assessment test even if you have your IGCSE Grades? Thanks any information would be appreciated!!!
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Latest post on 07 October 2014 - 19:17
Any help please!!!
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Latest post on 15 April 2014 - 02:05
Hi Could anybody please advice me, where I can purchase at a reasonable price some Rattan/Wicker Furniture? Not Apollo and carefour!! Thanks Julie x
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Latest post on 24 March 2014 - 19:24
Hi Looking for some white plastic sun beds with cushions? Any ideas, as Carrefour have them but NO cushions, same as Giant Stores in Hyatt Plaza! Can't seem to find them with cushions?? Please Help. X
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Latest post on 22 March 2014 - 09:06
Don't want to switch Curriculums? My daughter is doing GCSE's and wants to do As/A Levels rather than IB. X
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Latest post on 21 March 2014 - 17:14
Compass only do IB. I need schools that do As/A Levels. Thanks xx
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Latest post on 21 March 2014 - 01:26
Fantastic News if you have got both of your children into Sherborne!! Schools here in Doha, Qatar are very stressful for parents!!!! DC is a very popular choice here, children need to be very academic to pass the assessment test at DC!!! ." I do believe if your children are academic they will succeed in life!! Most of the schools here have good and bad reputations, depending on who you talk to....." edited by julie1234 on 21/03/2014
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Latest post on 21 March 2014 - 01:23
Fantastic News if you have got both of your children into Sherborne!! Schools here in Doha, Qatar are very stressful for parents!!!! DC is a very popular choice here, children need to be very academic to pass the assessment test at DC!!! I do believe if your children are academic they will succeed in life!! Most if the schools here have good and bad reputations, depending on who you talk to..... <em>edited by julie1234 on 21/03/2014</em>
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Latest post on 18 March 2014 - 15:20
Sorry but I need my iphone screen replaced in Doha Qatar. Anybody know where and how much? Thanks
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Latest post on 17 March 2014 - 19:26
Hi Could anybody advise where I could get my iphone screen replaced? And how much this would cost? Thanks
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Latest post on 01 November 2013 - 14:07
OMG!! I have never heard of having a cleaner is illegal. Haven't got one at present, but everyone I have met so far in Doha has a cleaner come to their villa once or twice a week!!
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Latest post on 23 October 2013 - 16:21
As long as your child is a high achiever they will be ok!! They take your money for assessment, then tell you if they have scored high enough for your child to start, depending on whether that year as a high degree of academic children!!! So I've been told!! <em>edited by julie1234 on 23/10/2013</em>
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Latest post on 21 October 2013 - 14:24
Thanks joos. Looking for buffet , canapés ect! Or welcome any other ideas!!
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Latest post on 30 September 2013 - 08:10
Hi can anybody recommend some good outside caterers for a 50th Birthday Party in Doha!! edited by julie1234 on 30/09/2013 <em>edited by julie1234 on 30/09/2013</em>
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Latest post on 29 September 2013 - 13:10
Hi Julie I might be able to help you but not sure how to send you a personal message on here. You could post on 'When why how Doha' Facebook page then I can send you a PM. Sorry, did you mean buy it, sell it, swop it? Couldn't find when why how Doha? <em>edited by julie1234 on 29/09/2013</em>
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Latest post on 19 September 2013 - 23:25
Your friend can get a visa once she arrives in Doha, I think the visitors visa lasts for 28 days!! They pay by card at passport control! NO CASH!! <em>edited by julie1234 on 19/09/2013</em>
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Latest post on 15 September 2013 - 19:08
DOES ANYBODY KNOW WHEN COMPASS YEAR 10 & 11 go back to school!!!!!!
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Latest post on 12 September 2013 - 15:40
On a big board at the school fair. This is 2012 results not 2013. It may have been a v small class though. It was a fairly acceptable A-C passrate given the cohort (and a mile above other schools in Doha that are apparently very academic). Ok. thanks, it's just that I have an year 10 pupil at the school who seems to be happy there, but wasn't sure on their reputation in getting the students through to achieving GCSE's! At present thou my daughter has not started back with Compass, due to a problem with the school and the SEC. Only year 10's and 11's!! Still waiting to hear if they will be going back to school on 15/09/13. Not a happy parent!!
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Latest post on 12 September 2013 - 14:55
I've have friends who rave about them and friends who have taken their children out in disgust. I'd happily send me children there if it was my only option (although I don't think the facilities justify the fees really) and they had decent GCSE results last year. There are schools in Doha whether I'd either leave or homeschool rather than send my children to (and I work so homeschooling isn't something I'd take lightly) but Compass isn't on that list. I know they're full though (at least for the younger kids) although there is a general shuffle around happening at the moment. Four children in my son's class just didn't turn up at the beginning of term. Given how many parents are desperate for school places in Doha I find that really inconsiderate. Why not take 5 mins to call/email the school to say you're not coming and another child can get to start on day 1! How did you find out their GCSE results for last year?
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Latest post on 12 September 2013 - 14:53
I've have friends who rave about them and friends who have taken their children out in disgust. I'd happily send me children there if it was my only option (although I don't think the facilities justify the fees really) and they had decent GCSE results last year. There are schools in Doha whether I'd either leave or homeschool rather than send my children to (and I work so homeschooling isn't something I'd take lightly) but Compass isn't on that list. I know they're full though (at least for the younger kids) although there is a general shuffle around happening at the moment. Four children in my son's class just didn't turn up at the beginning of term. Given how many parents are desperate for school places in Doha I find that really inconsiderate. Why not take 5 mins to call/email the school to say you're not coming and another child can get to start on day 1!
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Latest post on 12 September 2013 - 14:53
I've have friends who rave about them and friends who have taken their children out in disgust. I'd happily send me children there if it was my only option (although I don't think the facilities justify the fees really) and they had decent GCSE results last year. There are schools in Doha whether I'd either leave or homeschool rather than send my children to (and I work so homeschooling isn't something I'd take lightly) but Compass isn't on that list. I know they're full though (at least for the younger kids) although there is a general shuffle around happening at the moment. Four children in my son's class just didn't turn up at the beginning of term. Given how many parents are desperate for school places in Doha I find that really inconsiderate. Why not take 5 mins to call/email the school to say you're not coming and another child can get to start on day 1!
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Latest post on 12 March 2013 - 21:24
Hi I have family visiting and was just wondering if the Half Day Desert Tour was worth booking as an excursion for them to enjoy. Has anybody been on any excursions here in Doha? I was looking to book it through Regency Travel and Tours. Any advice would be appreciated.
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Latest post on 09 March 2013 - 08:34
Which is the best Supermarket to shop in? Best Value with reasonable prices!! Any info would be great as I am finding it expensive to do my weekly shopping in Doha. Thanks
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Latest post on 05 February 2013 - 23:06
Hi I have only been in Doha about a month now. I can highly recommend the Desert princess in the Al Soudan area. You can call them on 44864169 or they are on Facebook. Hope this helps. <em>edited by julie1234 on 02/03/2013</em>
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Latest post on 21 January 2013 - 20:29
Hi easygo What does the AE stand for? Is that 4000 QR annually? Kind regards Julie
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Latest post on 20 January 2013 - 09:06
Thanks for the information below. How far away from the school do you live? The nursery where I'm going to be working is not far from our compound, so he might be able to drop me off then take my daughter onto school? Which company do you use? Kind regards Julie
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Latest post on 16 January 2013 - 09:15
Anybody been to the Patrice Saloon Hairdressers in Villaggio? I am staying in the Mirage Villas off Al Waab Street, so looking for a hairdressers close by as I do not drive. Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks Julie
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Latest post on 14 January 2013 - 15:40
Hi I am also new to Doha, I think I should be moving to the al sadd area by the end of this week. I am moving into the Mirage Villas in Soudan Street Al Soudan. I'm also with out a car. My daughter started Compass International School yesterday, she is 13 years old. Please contact me!! I am on FB Kind regards Mrs Julie Hyde Hi Julie Which Julie hyde are you on fb??? lol Julie Hyde from Norwich Norfolk.
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Latest post on 14 January 2013 - 15:30
Sorry for the delay in getting back to you, I have had some internet issues. I only enquired by email did not submit any deposit, as they are non returnable. Julie
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Latest post on 09 January 2013 - 19:50
Hi Scottishzimbo I have just arrived in Doha, we applied to about 6 Schools before we came to Doha by email to request if they had any places for a year 9 girl. Most of them did not reply, some had a waiting list and was not accepting anymore to the list. The only school that had spaces were Compass International School on the Madinat Khalifa campus. They have a website, just goggle it! I think they have about three campus sites. They were very helpful when I applied. My daughter started two days ago and seems fine at the minute, fingers crossed!, But this can be a nightmare!
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Latest post on 09 January 2013 - 19:46
Hi Scottishzimbo I have just arrived in Doha, we applied to about 6 Schools before we came to Doha by email to request if they had any places for a year 9 girl. Most of them did not reply, some had a waiting list and was not accepting anymore to the list. The only school that had spaces were Compass International School on the Madinat Khalifa campus. They have a website, just goggle it! I think they have about three campus sites. They were very helpful when I applied. My daughter started two days ago and seems fine at the minute, fingers crossed!, But this can be a nightmare!
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Latest post on 09 January 2013 - 19:23
Ok, thanks for getting back to me. Julie
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Latest post on 09 January 2013 - 14:08
Thanks for getting back to me Tamilies, when I mean isolated, can you walk anywhere? I know most of the population does not walkin Doha. But I do not have car. Will I need to get taxi's everywhere. Replies appreciated. Julie
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Latest post on 09 January 2013 - 09:47
Morning Ladies, are there any ladies from the Fereej Al Soudan area. I will be moving to the Mirage Villas very soon, they are fairly new villas on Al Soudan. Not sure of the area and how isolated I will be living in this area? I am from the UK, my husband is working for Maersk. Replies will be appreciated. Thanks
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Latest post on 08 January 2013 - 09:33
Hi I am also new to Doha, I think I should be moving to the al sadd area by the end of this week. I am moving into the Mirage Villas in Soudan Street Al Soudan. I'm also with out a car. My daughter started Compass International School yesterday, she is 13 years old. Please contact me!! I am on FB Kind regards Mrs Julie Hyde
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 18:51
Thanks for your reply, I will have to look out for that Qatar Magazine. Regards
 
 
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