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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 20:10
So what's the deal for those of us not JC patents? Fee hike or just new students what's the old costs vs the new? Any justification? if you are not currently JC parents and your child will start there next year then yes you will have a big fee increase and no in my humble opinion there is no justification for such a huge increase my son who is currently in year 5 will go next year and go from 48K to 85K !!!
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 20:07
sheesh, same for me I have a y6 moving to y7 in Sept......... From my understanding you should be ok because your child will be existing JC student the big fees come in 2014 oh I see, but when my second child goes to JC then we pay the big fees. This is mad. We also only get partial company reimbursement, so this is going to be v hard. Yes thats right mine will go sept 2014 and will get the fee hike and i also wanted to put my little one there as well so they can be together but thats completely unrealistic now
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 20:06
I think GEMS probably assumes that everybody has school fees paid by their company so it's no problem for anyone to find the money. Then they need to be pointed in the right direction there are alot of people who's companies don't .... my husband works for EK but these new fees will cripple us as they don't pay it all Hey be thankful Emirates pay for the majority of your fees, those if us not Emirates have been crippled for years!!! They don't pay a lot sadly but yes i do appreciate what you are saying at least we have something
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 19:53
sheesh, same for me I have a y6 moving to y7 in Sept......... From my understanding you should be ok because your child will be existing JC student the big fees come in 2014
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 19:51
I think GEMS probably assumes that everybody has school fees paid by their company so it's no problem for anyone to find the money. Then they need to be pointed in the right direction there are alot of people who's companies don't .... my husband works for EK but these new fees will cripple us as they don't pay it all
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 19:49
So JPS 38k to 65k (JCPS) and JC (y7) from 58.5k to 64.3k, (9.8%) with a potential additional 6% (taking total to 68k). Is that correct? But if your children are yet to go to JC ( example my middle child will go Sept 2014 Year 7 ) the fee jumps from 58K to 85K ..... that is utterly crazy ...
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 19:35
Which school is it ? JC or JPS? JC
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 19:34
Can we set up a petition? maybe on Facebook ? Any ideas? Good idea .... JC ACTION GROUP on Facebook but certainly joking aside something needs to be done !
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 19:32
Jumeriah College
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 19:27
I also got the letter, I have 2 children in the school and am very confused about the new fee structure. Can they really increase the fees this much? What shall we do? Surely together we can make a difference. I will certainly fill out the feedback.... Im with you on that one we should all stick together and not agree to this !! I'm with you too, mobilise ethe mums There is over 1000 students in that school so thats makes a lot of women and we together should be a force to be reckoned with !!! Game on my form is going in tomorrow ....
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 19:17
I also got the letter, I have 2 children in the school and am very confused about the new fee structure. Can they really increase the fees this much? What shall we do? Surely together we can make a difference. I will certainly fill out the feedback.... Im with you on that one we should all stick together and not agree to this !!
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 18:42
Well give me a drink now that I have come down from the ceiling !!! I have my eldest in Year 8 at JC and 2 more to follow and I think this increase is utterly disgraceful ... I don't know how people are supposed to be able to afford these ridiculous prices and they only just increased the fees in September anyway.
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Latest post on 05 January 2013 - 17:29
Has anyone gone about selling their second hand white goods (range cooker, fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave) here?? We are moving from a villa to an apartment, and no longer need our 3 year old appliances ... Should we just put them on Dubizzle as a set? Anyone interested?? I need a dishwasher please if you have one let me know thanks
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Latest post on 05 January 2013 - 17:18
Global Pack they are fab have used them lots of times ...
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 18:35
Dr Dinesh is the best he is so lovely i have been with him for years... he works out of Medcare and Welcare
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 18:34
Anyone know what's going on with all the jets flying over Al Barsha today? its the airshow/display to make the end of the Parachuting championship its today and tomorrow as well around 3.30 - 4.00pm they are great we are going tomorrow
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Latest post on 23 November 2012 - 15:46
Hi LL, Thanks so much - we are very open minded at the moment would be great if you can let me have some more details pls as we are out looking at the moment I can tell you where it is and you can look at it
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Latest post on 23 November 2012 - 15:37
we are thinking of buying a boat around 30ft fishing boat any suggestions where to look? I know someone who is selling a great boat for fishing etc I guess it depends on how much you want to spend
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Latest post on 18 November 2012 - 09:15
Thanks wiggy wig I will go and have a look later
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Latest post on 17 November 2012 - 21:24
I have missed both meetings thru work ... can anyone enlighten on me as to where the new site is please ??
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Latest post on 30 October 2012 - 17:31
Hi It's going to be on the Al Khail road behind Times Square. Supposedly ready for Sept 2013 but no building work started as yet, or so I understand. HTH Thanks Sally
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Latest post on 30 October 2012 - 15:52
There is another meeting on 6 November at 7.30pm for those who couldn't make the first one. thanks yes i know i am hoping to go to that one am just keen to know if anyone has an feedback ... don't want to wait that long as having just moved house again so we are near schools they decide to move it !!!!
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Latest post on 30 October 2012 - 15:49
No, thank you, we've just renewed. Just wanted to say hi, nice to see you and are you moving again? :) oooo no im not moving ...... we are settled in um suqeim 2 although my heart will always be in the meadows and lakes and one day i will be back again !! i suspect we have moved a few times since we were last in touch !!
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Latest post on 16 September 2012 - 16:06
I would need to get my Galaxy SII fixed. Unfortunately it fell into the water and now the battery lasts 10 min. I would say obviously the battery is defect however would like to get it checked completely. Where is a repair office of samsung ? I would try Cellfix on the Sheikh Zayed road they are excellent
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Latest post on 16 September 2012 - 15:59
Well i will put forward a different view - devoured all 3 on holiday and totally loved them for what they were!!! I have read far worse, and if you buy something like this, you shouldn't expect literary genius. It is however, a great page turner, and a very easy read. Enjoy it!! I agree Jules !!
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Latest post on 16 September 2012 - 15:58
Thanks a million ladies for the inputs :-) A friend of mine lent it to me and I've been hesitant to start it...I'll give it back then! Still on the look for a great book though :-) I read the first one because of all the hype and i have to admit i couldn't put it down after about 5 chapters and i am now just starting the 3rd one yes its not particularly well written and yes its got lots of s... in it but don't be put off by everyone else's comment start it for yourself and if you don't like it then don't finish it but i have to say once i started i couldn't stop reading enjoy
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Latest post on 01 September 2012 - 20:13
I have one too ... its gorgeous Could you give details or contact info? Thanks! Hi there sorry haven't been on for a while you can email on charna191atyahoodotcodotuk i will dig it out and take a picture of it for you LL
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Latest post on 27 August 2012 - 22:12
I have one too ... its gorgeous
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Latest post on 12 July 2012 - 22:37
Hi there you can contact me as i know of someone excellent let me know when you have seen and i can delete my email address <em>edited by Lakes Lucy on 13/07/2012</em>
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Latest post on 08 June 2012 - 22:00
you may want to try Cellfix on the SZR they are very helpful and fix all sorts. Its worth a try
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Latest post on 03 June 2012 - 10:38
highly recommend Dr Dinesh he works out of Welcare and Medcare
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Latest post on 18 May 2012 - 09:07
He is the best !!
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Latest post on 17 May 2012 - 17:02
Hi all, We are looking for a nanny to look after our baby daughter who will be 3months old in July. I will return to work full time and need a loyal and kind nanny to care for the baby and do basic household chores. We are a young British couple who are flexible and reasonable. Please get in touch if you or anybody you know may be interested. Many thanks! i know a lady looking for a housemaid position who is very good with young children
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Latest post on 17 May 2012 - 16:59
Hi ladies, are any of you or your friends looking for a new family for your an honest, reliable maid? In need of a live in maid from June. We are a British family with 1 young son and a baby on the way. Please let me know if you come across any recommended maids, that we can sponser in June. TIA edited by desertrose on 04/05/2012 i know of one desert rose
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Latest post on 15 May 2012 - 15:59
DR.Denesh Gopalan @ American Hospital - he is great - very caring and reassuring ! Dr Dinesh is now working at Medcare and Welcare hospitals
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Latest post on 20 March 2012 - 14:17
Is it as good as the original one / cost the same ?
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Latest post on 12 December 2011 - 10:52
Dr Ibrahim at City Hospital Nicest I have ever met ... Trust me on this one and I am the most nervous person on the planet. I am currently seeing him LL
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Latest post on 29 November 2011 - 22:08
Thanks Egg ... what you say is very true !!! I might give it a try
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Latest post on 29 November 2011 - 22:01
LL could you actually leaflet the villas yourself asking anyone to contact you if they are moving or considering moving out soon? Isnt that a bit cheeky ??
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Latest post on 29 November 2011 - 21:47
Bump for Teabag
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Latest post on 28 November 2011 - 17:21
Dr Ibrahim at the City Hospital .. I saw him last week and he is one of the nicest Doctors I have ever met and very calm and with a lovely manner. LL
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Latest post on 26 November 2011 - 15:17
I have a lovely dog being fostered with us for 2 weeks ... we already have a house full ... There are so many abandonded homeless dogs here am sure you will find one but please if you fancy the one I have he will make a lovely pet ... LL
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Latest post on 04 November 2011 - 21:17
No Problems .. . .Welcome
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Latest post on 04 November 2011 - 10:41
I have one you can borrow ! <em>edited by Lakes Lucy on 04/11/2011</em>
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 19:19
Where are you in the Ranches Sue ?
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 19:15
I know someone who is really good . . .
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 09:45
In the week I was up all night with toothache, I sat on my balcony and watched a fella working thru the night and was still working at 10am, I put a large bottle of water in the freezer to get it really nice and cold, handed it to him along with a 100dhs, you should of seen his face, he was speechless. Come on it's not that hard to give a helping hand to the less fortunate. edited by salsB on 03/10/2011 That is such a nice thing to do ... I agree that these poor workers are in the heat all day long whilst we drive into the car park in our air conditioned cars and they are stuck in that car park all day !! I always leave my dirham for them. I once gave a little man a big bottle of water and some cake and croissant as he was just standing holding his red flag in 42 degrees just so us drivers stear clear of the road works. His smile and gratitude was just heart warming ..
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 08:54
Hey Sue Bit of a sore point . . . we are in the Villa , we moved up here from the Ranches to save some money and get more space as there is alot of us however what with the school runs for petrol and the DEWA its actually costing us more so am really down in the dumps !! Be lovely to see Jess and Phil again ...
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Latest post on 03 October 2011 - 19:25
Poor OP, she comes on here for advice, trying to help another human being whom she sees being treated badly and she gets jumped on. Maybe she would love to tell this woman to stuff her job on principal but not everyone has that luxury to just throw a job away, especially in the current climate, and maybe she is doing as much as she can... Good luck Helma, I hope you manage to help this lady, and if you can't, at least you tried. Well said Cheeky Monkey . . . Not everyone can just quit their job !!! I have helped a few Filipinas who were badly treated and it is so sad that people can treat another human being in this way. Depending on where you live you can get Security/Police involved or perhaps just try and get her released but of course thats not easy for her if her employers want to be difficult just for the sake of it !! AS far as the ban goes do they still do this ? I am not so sure they do now but I may be wrong ... <em>edited by Lakes Lucy on 03/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 03 October 2011 - 19:17
Wow its such a small world . . . I would live to see them and have a good catch up. They were such good fun and we had a real laugh living next to them !! Please if you don't mind keep in touch and let them know that Charna and Kevin say hi !!! We really want to move back there so trying to find out if any might come available ...
 
 
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