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Latest post on 22 August 2016 - 19:02
Hello, We are also on a hunt for car-pool.. From Emirates Tower Metro Station to Jebel Ali School... Hoping to find somebody soon..
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Latest post on 24 March 2016 - 14:58
Hi mumonboard. Sorry. Not sure if this might help you to go on with until other ladies on EW give their opinions. xxx https://www.ewallet-optimizer.com/skrill/skrill-vs-paypal/ That really did help.. Thanks a mil!! Hugs..:heart:
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Latest post on 24 March 2016 - 14:26
Paid by cheque made out to cash. Hey seasand, Thank you for that. But the website does not have that option. It is either bank transfer, paypal or skrill. I am just wondering which one to choose. bank transfer doesnt look like a good option for me, so i am just debating over paypal and skrill :)
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Latest post on 24 March 2016 - 10:43
its already going on for FS1 But i really wonder how strong do they want a child to be socially fit?? my DD will be re assessed for Social mingling.. kids for FS1 are too young for that kinda assessment.. they are so innocent but still i m longing for the admsn there. I hope in the second assessment she clears it n behave as per their expectations.. thanks How did it go?
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Latest post on 24 March 2016 - 10:39
Ladies is there any of you who works or has tried people perhour for freelancing? What is the payment method you use- paypal or skrill other than bank transfer?
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Latest post on 11 January 2016 - 12:36
Ladies, Can i have an insight about the school? How is the school, activities, teachers and everything :D
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Latest post on 27 December 2015 - 12:26
As a JAPS parent I am really disappointed by the move away from Jebel Ali all the way out to the bypass road. A lot of parents have moved into the Marina, JP, JA Village, GVV to be near the school and now what?! No thought or consideration given to those who specifically moved into that area to be close to the school and who don't want their kids sitting on a hot bus out to the sticks to an area where there is poor access and poor facilities. Its like moving from the edge of Manhattan to New Jersey. No idea why a suitable place close to the existing school couldn't be found especially with the expansion of border area's and the expo 20/20 expansion. Why build in an area with schools surrounding it and having to use major highways to get there. hello nutty, I see u are an existing parent of JAPS. I would like to know from the parents of JAPS how did u take up this move.. we drove down to the new site of JAPS and it seems very far from the city...
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Latest post on 16 December 2015 - 11:08
Is there anybody who has been offered a place at dess for Fs1 2016 or have attended the assessment?? We have an assessment coming up...I would like to know how it is at dess We had our yesterday, it was fine, small groups, I think 5-6 kids in each group and parents could stay with them. They will be making the first round of offers in the second week of December. @Big Blue: Have you heard from DESS yet?? I think they have started to offer seats... (Im really nervous now.. :confused: ) hi there, yes we got a place on Nov 30. The deadline to accept is Jan 6 so perhaps you will hear from them during the second round... Congrats again... so u have two offers now isnt?? can i know when is the deadline for Horizon for accepting offers?
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Latest post on 08 December 2015 - 15:31
Ladies, Sorry to bump in :) has DESS started to roll out offers for FS1-2016.. any idea since when? is the school already done with their first set of offers? anybody without sibling priority offered a place at DESS? sorry for so many questions but DESS is my last ray of hope :( :(
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Latest post on 08 December 2015 - 15:26
Is there anybody who has been offered a place at dess for Fs1 2016 or have attended the assessment?? We have an assessment coming up...I would like to know how it is at dess We had our yesterday, it was fine, small groups, I think 5-6 kids in each group and parents could stay with them. They will be making the first round of offers in the second week of December. @Big Blue: Have you heard from DESS yet?? I think they have started to offer seats... (Im really nervous now.. :confused: )
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Latest post on 01 December 2015 - 16:08
Reading this post brings back awful memories of two years ago at the same school. My son passed the assessment, was waitlisted and we decided to hold out as we were told that he was "top of the waitlist" and unfortunately I did not have a plan b. I only had his name down at that school which was a massive mistake. Horizon were absolutely dreadful to deal with from the Receptionist, to the Registar to the Principal. I remained polite and patient at each step although I made it clear that I was in a tough situation (I was home schooling him from Sep-Dec while waiting for a spot and I also had 3 younger siblings including baby twins at home!). They couldn't care less and were rude and arrogant at every step. Mumonboard, do you have a plan b? I hope so. I have friends at Horizon and none of them are happy there, seriously. Although, the kids seem to like it which I admit is also important. Anyway, sorry, I obviously have a thing against the school. They did eventually offer us a spot but at that point I was bolting in the other direction. We had applied to two other schools as well.. one was a GEMS school (honestly!! i do not know what they are expecting from a 3 yr old.. :angry:) we dint get a spot there.. (and we dint belong to any of their priority group ). The next one we are waiting for results.. so three schools all together.. Horizon on wait list, one denial, third one: awaiting reply.. fingers crossed!!
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Latest post on 15 November 2015 - 22:51
We were lucky to actually get a place but my understanding is that they send the offers in "waves" and depending on the acceptances they move to the next "wave" etc. I was told the waiting list is so long that they are not accepting any more applications for FS1 or FS2 2016, so if I were you I'd wait a couple of weeks for the process to play out and then I'd check again to see if you can get an offer by that time or if you stay on the waiting list whereabouts on the list are you, so you can assess the likelihood of getting a place. Congrats!!! We r still stuck.. Will write to them after a week to get an update..thanks?
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Latest post on 03 November 2015 - 16:31
Couple of months back when I toured Blossoms downtown, they had meal plan included... You can call and confirm..?
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Latest post on 09 September 2015 - 19:32
hello ladies, are there any good suggestions for a hair cut salon (preferably near DIFC :D ) This is my first try in dxb.. any good, not so very expensive salon recommendations please:)
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Latest post on 13 July 2015 - 06:09
Hello, We r travelling to Germany,Belgium(Bruges), Netherlands(Amsterdam) from September 15 till 30. Need some advice on what to pack and where to buy them in Dubai for a 3 year old and us(me and hubby) Since we r New to Dubai we have dunt have winter collection.. back home we never needed it.. so we need to start from scratch..? Could u pls tell us what to we need to pack and where can I find them in dubai advice , tips, suggestions abt the place,food,clothes please Tia
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Latest post on 31 May 2015 - 12:58
i see amazon delivers few items to UAE (with an extra shipping cost).. Im just a bit confused which of the amazon sites (US or UK) will ship with low shipping costs?? Any inputs please :)
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Latest post on 25 February 2015 - 11:00
Hello, I have shortlisted few nurseries. Can you please help me decide on one of them :) 1. Blossom Nursery- downtown 2. Blossom Village Nursery Umm Suqeim 3. Jumeirah International Nursery School- AL-SAFA 4. Inspire 5. Jumeirah International Nursery School - AL-WASL 6. Kidsspot - AL-WASL
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Latest post on 05 February 2015 - 18:29
Hello m0nicaz, I did nursery tours lately.. Sea Shells would be the one i would recommend for you.. But if you are looking for a feeder option to big school. Then try to have a look at Jumeriah International Nursery. They do have priority for assessment/wait-list for Regent.. And you already are on the priority list of Regent as u r stay at Greens :)
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Latest post on 05 February 2015 - 18:25
Hello,, Which is the best place to buy stuff- Pan Emirates, IKEA or Homes r Us?
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Latest post on 28 January 2015 - 12:31
no idea about start international.. But i have heard good reviews about Deira international and RDS.. RDS is british majority and Deira is indian and arab population... personally, I would prefer RDS :) :)
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Latest post on 09 January 2015 - 18:29
Im looking to buy lunch and snack box for my toddler.. any suggestions? Does anybody know if we get bento boxes in dubai
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Latest post on 30 December 2014 - 13:37
Information Technology.. Previous company referrals i have but thats from India. And i have always heard that here in dubai only somebody reffering you for the job will work out.. as in just an applicant will not be heard at all.. and it is been the same case with me.. i have been trying out few job portals and after application there is no sound from the employer.. :( :(
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Latest post on 05 November 2014 - 17:24
Hello sourskittleashnut, I have to THANK YOU ALL TIME..!!1 :) :) you always have answers for my queries ( confusions though!! :| :| ) I take it.. i will try to enrol her into a nursery which has acceptable time of travel (20-25 min max) from our new and old locations.. :)
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Latest post on 02 November 2014 - 22:13
Thank you CitronKB, I will soon do a tour :)
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Latest post on 02 November 2014 - 17:48
Hello, Can i have reviews on sandcastle please.. Im looking to enrol my DD from Jan.
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Latest post on 21 October 2014 - 13:00
Hello jwdaylilly, I developed gallstones during pregnancy. and as the doc suggest Gallbladder removal is the only option.. but i want to save my gall bladder. Does the flush actually work?? do u have any links that you can share with me regarding the flush plans? I have read in many places that it doesnt work
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Latest post on 09 October 2014 - 16:24
Hello, Does jins have any priority placements with schools??
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Latest post on 09 October 2014 - 16:22
Hello, is there any feedback on the new toddler town branch in jumeriah... I have heard good things abt jbr... Just wanted to know if the jumeirah one is also as good as jbr or is it jus another nursery carrying the brand name..
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Latest post on 09 October 2014 - 15:54
Hey sourskittleashnut, Thanks for that.. but what meant is there anybody put here who can giv us an idea as of within how many days of a school opening their registration is it wise to register.. the schools are open for registration for a long period of time.. but for sure not all the applications make it to the waiting list.. If u take up GEMS... They always say that when u put in your application for FS1 and u have no priority like sibling/staff/ corporate then u have no to very very very little chance of being called for assessment.. so ur application gets moved on to the waiting list for FS2. My question was do all the 600+ applications move on to FS2 waiting list ( which I'm sure is not the case) ? So to climb on to the waiting list for FS2 how early should u apply.. gems opened up their registrations on 27 or 28 September.if I apply by 10 or 11 of October how good are my chances to get on the waiting list. In that aspect I wanted to know the time window that gems or in general any school might consider... Coz the other applications are jus mere money making process for schools ??
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Latest post on 09 October 2014 - 15:54
Hey sourskittleashnut, Thanks for that.. but what meant is there anybody put here who can giv us an idea as of within how many days of a school opening their registration is it wise to register.. the schools are open for registration for a long period of time.. but for sure not all the applications make it to the waiting list.. If u take up GEMS... They always say that when u put in your application for FS1 and u have no priority like sibling/staff/ corporate then u have no to very very very little chance of being called for assessment.. so ur application gets moved on to the waiting list for FS2. My question was do all the 600+ applications move on to FS2 waiting list ( which I'm sure is not the case) ? So to climb on to the waiting list for FS2 how early should u apply.. gems opened up their registrations on 27 or 28 September.if I apply by 10 or 11 of October how good are my chances to get on the waiting list. In that aspect I wanted to know the time window that gems or in general any school might consider... Coz the other applications are jus mere money making process for schools ??
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Latest post on 07 October 2014 - 10:39
Its told that DESS starts accepting applications only a year prior. Im hoping on that school.. :) :) i wish and pray to get throught it.. thanks your replies. will keep you posted :)
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Latest post on 06 October 2014 - 17:25
Hello AsTook6, When did apply for your LO? and did u have any priority??
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Latest post on 06 October 2014 - 14:28
Hello Everyone, How fair are the chances for FS1/FS2 + waiting list for both the schools. I am planning to apply for both. my LO starts FS1 in 2016.. and we do not fall under any of the priority list :( Help appreciated!!
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Latest post on 06 October 2014 - 14:21
Hello mrssak, thanks for the reply.. How about FS2 in JESS.. FS2 for 2017/2018 Batch?
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Latest post on 06 October 2014 - 14:15
Hi Vallan, How good are the chances for securing a seat in DESS for kids with a non-British passoports and no Sibling/Corporate priority?? and how about the waiting list??
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Latest post on 06 October 2014 - 10:18
althought i wouldnt mind applying for FS1 and getting application rolled over to FS2.. ;) but DESS i love that school :)
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Latest post on 06 October 2014 - 10:17
Hi Mags, I aiming for DESS for my LO, she goes to FS1 in 2016. do you have idea when should i contact them (the earliest) i know they have a priority policy-- which is my fear coz i do not have sibling/corporate priority.. :((.. can i atleast hope to secure a place there? *sigh**sigh*
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Latest post on 17 September 2014 - 23:39
Hello, Is there any parents from Cambridge? Can I please have information on application to Cambridge and are there any feeder nurseries for Cambridge.. Cambridge belongs to gems group- is there any parents from gems nurseries who got through Cambridge by feeder priority? Pls help.
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Latest post on 17 July 2014 - 17:42
hello ladies, im planning to send mu LO to little champions may b three days per week... can I have feedback about the place from mums who have their kids enrolled in little champions
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Latest post on 01 July 2014 - 10:14
hello laydeelay, A preferred curriculum would definitely be British. But im looking around for some suggestions/advice as on how easy will be the transition for a child from british to CBSE just incase if we would have to go back to india.. :x :x
 
 
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