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Latest post on 12 May 2016 - 15:15
Yes you have to pay.
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Latest post on 06 May 2016 - 08:27
I am from Sydney, so am contractually obligated to say that it is better than Melbourne ? Both cities have large Muslim populations, so I don't think that needs to dictate your choice. I would be more focused on where you would be more likely to be able to find work. You will be able to find halal food without any problems. In Sydney, suburbs like Rockdale/Hurstville/Arncliffe, Lakemba/Bankstown spring to mind as having large established Muslim communities. This link might be helpful http://www.living-in-sydney.com/muslims-in-sydney-Australia.html You should be aware that housing, particularly in Sydney (and then, particularly in the 15-20km radius of the city), is extremely expensive. Both the rental and purchasing market are eye-watering at the moment. My understanding is that Melbourne is heading in the same direction but isn't quite as bad as Sydney just yet. The suburb that I currently live in is about 12km from the city and rent for a 2bdr apartment is rapidly approaching AUD $600/wk. The lifestyle in both cities is good, albeit different. Very generally, Sydney is a coastal town with a beach lifestyle, whereas Melbourne has lots of interesting alleyways and a cafe and wine bar culture that has sprung up around the laneways. Of course, you can find lots of cafes and small bars in Sydney, but only in certain pockets. Hi little penguin! Sorry to hijack this thread But we also are considering moving to Australia but specifically to Adelaide. Have you ever been there? any information would be great! How are the schools? And it is true that children only get free education starting at the age of 5? How expensive is it? And how's the average salary or rent for a family of 3? Are part time jobs common or just like here? Thank you!
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Latest post on 16 January 2016 - 11:30
Hi :) We've been with TDCC for almost a year now and they do have issues with management but I find the therapists excellent. But I hate the nursery, they shout a lot and are strict but parents ( which I meet there) are happy and say the children are really improving. I do not believe in AbA therapy and don't have any recommendations but my child does OT at TDCC and she's improving. She also takes speech. I've never considered a special diet, there's not enough research to support this practice, I hope a mom here can share her thoughts, I'd like to know more about it. With regards to school, you need to find one with a good learning support, jps, wellington, Repton, victory heights and japs are the one I reader he'd and found them supportive, I do not believe in special needs nurseries and special needs schools, our children are part of the society and should be accepted as they are as long as you give her or him the proper support. I know it's very expensive so good luck, it's a long journey but at the end it works out somehow :)
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Latest post on 25 October 2015 - 07:32
Thank you ladies.
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Latest post on 22 October 2015 - 12:10
I have flown both and would fly both again without a doubt. I actually rate them better than Emirates, as I personally think their service is not as good as it used to be. They're also about half the price of Emirates. Royal Brunei is dry though in case that makes a difference to you. No it doesn't make a difference :) But I do have a a very energetic 3 year old flying with me! I did not find BA as good as it should be especially the food And you are right Emirates is not as good as it used to be either. And they are extremely overpriced!
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Latest post on 22 October 2015 - 10:33
Good morning ladies Did anyone fly on either from Dubai to London? How would you compare them to BA and emairtes?
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Latest post on 14 October 2015 - 06:23
Thanks everyone. Sorry I should have said Kings and Nord Angela and Dubai British school in JP are probably a bit pricy for me TBH. I might try Hartlands, AR primary, Safa and GEMS suggestions. Then also avoid hartland Gems the villa and metropole Or safa Good luck!
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Latest post on 13 October 2015 - 21:03
What about one of the new Kings Schools? Or the new Dubai British School in Jumeirah Park? Nord Anglia? Kings barsha is full for next years fs1 so try kings nad el shiba or Dubai British in jumeriah park.
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Latest post on 13 October 2015 - 21:00
Safa private Safa community school Gems metropole at motor city Gems first point at the villa Gems al khail
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Latest post on 01 October 2015 - 06:18
I think horizon nursery
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Latest post on 20 September 2015 - 16:14
Dr. Aref khan Thank you :) Forgot to mention there's also dr. Hamza at Saudi German hospital. And if you need a pediatric developmental doctor then dr. Shula at the childrens medical centre.
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Latest post on 20 September 2015 - 10:47
Dr. Aref khan
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Latest post on 15 September 2015 - 17:18
I don't mind it but if the UAE in a state of mourning then the EID decoration should be put down! It's huge at moe!
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Latest post on 30 August 2015 - 07:04
Which horizon? The bursar at horizon safa mentioned 2 weeks ago that Teacher assistants go to the toilet with them And that they usually take them in groups at specific times
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Latest post on 20 August 2015 - 08:19
Good morning ladies Anyone been to festival city recently? Are they done with all the changes and Is there finally a nice place to have lunch? Any news restaurants? Besides hard rock and Al fanar Thinking of going today ...
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Latest post on 19 August 2015 - 23:13
Anyone else PLEASE, I'm desperate
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Latest post on 19 August 2015 - 23:12
Hi mrssak. for speech therapy i can recommend Hayley at Rashid peadiatric therapy center near MOE. They do have occupational therapist available there but the one i use to see, left on maternity leave and never came back so cannot recommend any one for OT. you can register after the center opens in September but there would be a wait list. Just for info, their outpatient therapy department operates between 2 to 5 pm only . Hope it helps. Thank you very much!
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Latest post on 19 August 2015 - 22:10
I am a paediatric speech-language therapist with many years experience in Dubai. If you post an email address I will contact you. I am back in Dubai in a week. Dear plum2 I'm interested in speech therapy too How can I contact you? (if you don't mind) Thanks
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Latest post on 19 August 2015 - 22:08
Admin staff for most school are already back on duty, why not call them up to get up to date information? the fee for 2015-2016 must have been announced already before school finished in June, as per KHDA instructions. I got an answering machine They'll be back on the 26th!! I guess I'll call them then Thanks comp99
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Latest post on 19 August 2015 - 22:01
Anyone?
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Latest post on 19 August 2015 - 19:51
I guess it is a myth after all because I can't seem to find anything that supports it. I hope I do find the right school whether it is british or American Anyway thank you :)
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Latest post on 19 August 2015 - 19:47
M&S swimming coaches are brilliant, I have been very happy with their teaching and the way they handle children. Thank you for the feedback ladies I will call them tomorrow for September classes
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Latest post on 19 August 2015 - 16:01
Is the American curriculum really easier than the British? Has anyone tried both especially at the younger stages?
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Latest post on 19 August 2015 - 15:56
No, never heard of any one getting it covered over here. We paid for ours from our own pocket and it was expensive. We are too and it is extremely expensive :(
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Latest post on 19 August 2015 - 15:55
Great! Thank you so much :)
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Latest post on 19 August 2015 - 10:14
Hi moms Has anyone managed to get their insurance to cover OT and/or speech therapy for their child? I know that it differs from one company to another but I just want to know if someone do actually cover it especially speech therapy. Thanks
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Latest post on 19 August 2015 - 07:23
Has anyone tried swim time? Are they good?
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Latest post on 31 May 2015 - 20:37
You can't beat Marks and Spencer for underwear! They have a variey of styles for children and all give good coverage for little bottoms. Yes excellent quality!
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Latest post on 30 May 2015 - 20:09
Thank you so much ladies! Great ideas ;)
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Latest post on 30 May 2015 - 07:24
It's hard for me to think of anything, I've been here so long, to say I'm burned out of malls is an understatement. However, Dubai mall is always bustling, and the al bahar place has nice views and it's cool inside. Otherwise, what haven't you done here, what are some of your interests? I am willing to do anything new!! I was thinking of taking the hop on hop off bus tour! (That's how desperate I am lol) Probably movies while my daughter is at the nursery and that's all I can think of Oh and I've never been to wild Wadi (been to Atlantis).
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Latest post on 30 May 2015 - 06:33
Some people save all year to be able to holiday in Dubai in June (July and August, too). Why not pretend you don't live in Dubai and be tourists for a week- you might find out things about Dubai you never knew existed. This is probably what we are going to do so I'm asking what are the suggestions. It's not going to be Ramadan yet so that's good,
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Latest post on 30 May 2015 - 06:32
Go to Jordan. The weather is much cooler in June and it's not so far away. Lots to see and do in a week. But my daughter has some therapy classes that she must attend so I can't leave Dubai (unfortunately). Thank you for the suggestion, I heard its beautiful.
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Latest post on 30 May 2015 - 06:30
They just got a shipment in at Carrefour MOE. They seem to be the only ones that stock AK products. Haven't seen them anywhere else. I'm also waiting for the strawberry & vanilla biscotti to come in. DS loves it! Thank you! I'll go today :)
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Latest post on 29 May 2015 - 22:09
So my husband is taking a week off from work next month and we are going to have to spend it in Dubai And it's too hot to do anything!! So any suggestions are welcome :)
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Latest post on 29 May 2015 - 22:04
Check airbnb but not every owner would happily allow a party. It is also a risk on you, what if someone damages something, like breaks window or furniture, and you do not even notice until landlord makes a fuss. If you have such a large circle of friends, can you host / co-host the party at someone else's place? That has a garden or larger living room? (Just a note: I was always intrigued about these baby birthdays. Obviously, a 1 year old will neither remember the venue nor appreciate it. Probably he is much happier without the crowd and loud music and tipsy adults. So probably if we want to be honest, it is not a party for him, but for you. But then why do you call it 1 year bd, can it just be a normal house party ? ) Totally agree
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Latest post on 29 May 2015 - 22:01
Pleaseeeeee Has anyone seen them recently?
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Latest post on 25 May 2015 - 17:44
Thank You so much for the recommendations. ill check them out And yes I'm a Muslim and will be fasting InshAllah :) I definitely think its too commercial and can never eat so much but I would just like to give it a try as (for once) it is my first Ramadan. Back home all the food leftovers are passed on to the food bank as they have an agreement with almost all hotels. Even at my wedding we did the same, food bank trucks come pickup the food just after the wedding. I hope they do the same here.
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Latest post on 24 May 2015 - 09:56
Lots of younger kids last year, not too young it really is for all ages, apart from babies or kids that can't sit on their seats for an hour or so. Many were dressed up in princess dresses or as Disney characters. Thank you! Do you think bronze tickets are okay or are they too far away? The set up wasn't huge, so I think you will be fine. We had silver tickets and had excellent views. That's great, thank you so much :)
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Latest post on 24 May 2015 - 09:17
Lots of younger kids last year, not too young it really is for all ages, apart from babies or kids that can't sit on their seats for an hour or so. Many were dressed up in princess dresses or as Disney characters. Thank you! Do you think bronze tickets are okay or are they too far away?
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Latest post on 24 May 2015 - 09:14
Flydubai is owned by Emirates, so their standards are high. Best budget airline I have flown with. I agree. They are not cheap but you just have to pay for everything (luggage, food, entertainment, and seats).
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Latest post on 15 May 2015 - 07:31
Hi, I am asking this question on behalf of a friend. She is looking for a school in Dubai which has a majority of Arab students as her husband is Arab and he wants their child to have a good mix of Arab as well as non-Arab friends. Does anyone know of any? They need it to be either a UK or IB school and obviously a "good" school with good facilities etc. Thanks! Emirates international (meadows) Raffles world academy
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Latest post on 14 May 2015 - 22:21
Kings nad el shibas admission fee is 1000dhs and not 500dhs Check out safa community as their fees are lower than kings and the old safa has a good reputation.
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Latest post on 12 May 2015 - 19:37
Nstyle are terrible Sisters lounge are good
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Latest post on 12 May 2015 - 19:31
Sorry, that should be Emirates British Nursery Motor City, not Media City! Thanks My friend sends her son to emirates and she loves it!
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Latest post on 10 May 2015 - 19:22
There are so many new schools.. Have you tried safa community, kings nad el shiba, victory heights, Dovecote and Dubai british school jumeriah park? (Those are all british schools). And for IB gems Al khail might have places.
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Latest post on 08 May 2015 - 18:29
This is a great thread! We are looking there too. Is Greens the same as Green Community? Thanks. No it's not.
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Latest post on 07 May 2015 - 21:47
The wonder years in sports city
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Latest post on 07 May 2015 - 21:46
Hi, does anyone know of any British nurseries around the Al Barsha, JVC, motor city areas or anywhere inbetween! I need one that opens at 7am and will take a 9 month old? TIA Seashells or little gems in barsha Emirates in motor city There are none in jvc
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Latest post on 06 May 2015 - 08:53
Has anyone read this ? I have been in Dubai for only one week now ...I wanted to know where I could buy this book? Yes I have and although its not a good read it's very entertaining You will only find it at borders but you have to ask for it as it is no longer allowed on the shelves.
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Latest post on 06 May 2015 - 08:28
Best primary schools in Dubai are: Japs Dess Jess Other good schools: Jps Safa Kings Gems wellington sheikh zayed News schools already doing well: Victory heights Kings barsha Safa community Nas
 
 
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