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Latest post on 20 October 2013 - 19:24
Hi I just learned that the Universal Academy of Excellence has been renamed Oasis School. I can't remember where I looked at their web page. I have just googled it and it's not coming up. Just found it. Www.oasisschool.ae
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Latest post on 19 October 2013 - 21:52
Dear AV Do you get some support from groups like SFS? You have my utmost respect. Caring from one child with autism must be so challenging but to have to try to meet the needs of two very different boys must be impossible. His challenging behaviours are obviously an attempt to communicate something but what??? Does he have any functional means of communication (signs or pictures)? I think 7 years is very young to give up on an educational programme but maybe the programme needs a change of focus. Are they using the right motivators to get him to participate in the programme? I always think of that quote that says something like " if a child appears unable to learn we should assume that we have not, as yet, found the right way to teach them". Hoping you find another way to reach Ishaan.
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Latest post on 19 October 2013 - 21:45
If anyone else is looking for juicers I got the philips 1861, which has a wide chute for juicing whole apples, from Lulu's near MOE for 399dhs
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Latest post on 19 October 2013 - 20:42
There is a good shoe repair shop opposite Lulu's close to MOE. Sorry I can't remember the name of it, but that's where I'd try first.
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Latest post on 19 October 2013 - 19:09
I've got filmon but it changed and now doesn't have BBC for some reason. Suppose I could try a different Vee thing, will attempt that. Thanks for suggestions. Etisalat not available where we live, I assume, du only I just tried my Filmon and I've still got the BBC channels no problem. I'm with DU.
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Latest post on 19 October 2013 - 17:28
Checkout www.tumbletimedubai.com I think they have a pirate one. Great service from them.
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Latest post on 19 October 2013 - 15:35
Hi What year groups are you looking for? The early years are particular hard to find places for at the moment. How far behind academically would your 8 year old be? Are you set on them all going to the same school? There is a new mainstream school (it was previously a school for children with special needs) called the Universal Academy of Excellence. Look at www.theacademy.ae. It may be worth looking at and sounds more inclusive than many schools in the UAE. Sally mainstreaming still has a long way to go here. Having said that, you are in a strong position having 4 children!
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Latest post on 13 October 2013 - 21:24
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Latest post on 13 October 2013 - 18:34
Got it if you want to remove you email address. Emailing you now.
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Latest post on 13 October 2013 - 18:19
If you put your email up quickly I will note it down and then you can remove it.
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Latest post on 13 October 2013 - 16:50
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Latest post on 13 October 2013 - 16:49
Upstairs in Lulus close to MOE they have a wide range of juicers, I think mostly centrifugal ones. I bought a Phillips one which I am very happy with.
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Latest post on 13 October 2013 - 09:46
Carrot top Unfortunately my sister has two children with scoliosis. They have both been treated by the Royal Orthopaedic hospital in London. Her eldest was diagnosed quite late and got v bad v quickly. He had surgery at 16. Her younger son was diagnosed earlier and has been treated with braces that he wears 22-23 hours a day and these appear to be working. My sister has done an enormous amount of research into this and I know would be more than happy to speak to you. Let me know if you want me to put you in touch with her. <em>edited by plum2 on 13/10/2013</em>
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Latest post on 11 October 2013 - 00:39
The camp ground that used to be at Turtle beach (we stayed there about 10 years ago) was no longer there when we visited in Jan 2012. Not sure whether they have built a new one since. Best to contact the Turtle beach info centre.
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Latest post on 10 October 2013 - 09:30
Mizpah Takapi, OT, and Sarah Booth, SLT, can see children at Repton School for assessment either individually or jointly. The children do not have to attend Repton. They will be on holiday from today for the half term/Eid week but back on the 20th. You can email [email protected]
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Latest post on 09 October 2013 - 11:04
It sounds good. Thanks for the info :)
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Latest post on 08 October 2013 - 20:16
You can email her on [email protected] Edited to add I would highly recommend her. <em>edited by plum2 on 08/10/2013</em>
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Latest post on 08 October 2013 - 03:00
Hi Tru Blu I have just put my kids into a new school that has just opened up in Jumeirah. It's called the Widad Learning Centre (the ministry says they are not allowed to call themselves a school even though that is what they are). They are having a maximum of 100 children and so far only have around half that. They go from KG upwards, my kids are in grades 2, 4 and 6 (and as of next year the school grades will go through to high school). This school is run by people who are trained psychologists and have a vested interest in the community surrounding us & educating children who are well equipped for life ahead. It's situated near Wellington Primary school on 77C street. Check out their website if you want more info: www.widadlearning.com. Jo Oz family, can you give us any idea of the fees at Widad Learning? The website certainly makes it sound like it is a centre for children with additional learning needs. Are you saying it is a school for all?
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Latest post on 07 October 2013 - 21:53
I would second Inspire Nursery. I can also recommend The Developing Child Centre in Umm Suqeim. Look at www.tdcc.ae You can also contact Kids First www.kidsfirst.ae. They have several SLTs that go out to offer services to schools and nurseries. You could ask which nurseries they visit. You should also start looking at schools as soon as you arrive as pressure on FS1 and FS2 places is very high at the moment. As far as I know the only schools that have SLTs on the staff are Repton (Sarah Booth) and Gems World Academy (Rathica Palavar).
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Latest post on 06 October 2013 - 11:27
I *think* they are talking about the one at Ras al Had....right by where the Turtle reserve is. It's certainly the only one I can think of that has facilities anyway. If you google Ras al Hadd, Turtle Beach, you should be able to come up with the name of it. I would say it would pay to book for Eid. There are fixed tent camps at Jebel Shams with facilities if you wanted to also break your trip there, and in Wahiba Sands. We're also camping for 6 nights, but carry our own shower etc. I'm not sure that you can pre get your visas for Oman, but it's straight forward for Ozzies. Go EARLY! And make sure you have your Oman car insurance. We have camped at the turtle beach several times in the past but the last time we went, Jan 2012, the campsite had disappeared. We arrived v late at night and the staff at the turtle place were happy for us to put up our tent overnight at the edge of the car park area and we used the turtle centre restrooms. If you are intending to to and see the turtles at the visitor centre over a holiday period it is advise able to book in advance.
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Latest post on 01 October 2013 - 20:58
Sarah Booth is based at Repton School but can see children from other schools. She is currently on leave until after half term. You can contact speech therapy at Repton School by emailing [email protected] I can also recommend the Developing Child Centre in Umm Suqeim. Look at www.tdcc.ae
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Latest post on 20 August 2013 - 23:17
I think there is one in Media City or Knowledge Village called TLC (Tender, loving care) <em>edited by plum2 on 20/08/2013</em>
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Latest post on 20 August 2013 - 21:11
There is a hairdresser called Suzanne who works at a small salon ( in a shopping area by an Aswaq supermarket). She is excellent with colour and highlights. I have used her for several years and she does a lot of my friends hair too. Suzanne 050 5796954 Edited to add this is in Mirdif - I forgot that important point! <em>edited by plum2 on 20/08/2013</em>
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Latest post on 20 August 2013 - 21:07
Did you already agree a price? You can negotiate with them a little if not.
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Latest post on 20 August 2013 - 20:57
There are a lot of apartments in Silicon Oasis. This area would be v close to the French secondary school and an easy run down the Al Ain Rd to Oud Metha for the Lycee. 15 mins max.
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Latest post on 20 August 2013 - 10:18
The website says 10am to 10pm. And 35dhs.
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Latest post on 15 August 2013 - 10:58
If you are new Dubai end there is a good tailor close to MOE. It's on the road that goes past Lulu's and is opposite the Rashid Centre. It's called Tailors and Thread or something like that.
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Latest post on 12 August 2013 - 10:35
I can't cut and paste the link from my iPad but search 'AC cleaning' and look at the thread ' AC duct and vent cleaning' started by Cara on 19 May. That was very comprehensive.
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Latest post on 11 August 2013 - 23:36
Dugym is very popular for gymnastics. Lots of different venues around Dubai. Brownies is a great activity. The younger ones are calls Rainbows. I think she is still too young for this but put her name down now as it is popular. Hopefully someone will have contact details for you.
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Latest post on 11 August 2013 - 22:42
For info on all levels of scouting you can contact David Sims on [email protected]
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Latest post on 10 August 2013 - 00:38
Graham Poyner- Woods (not 100% sure of spelling) is an orthotist who works at 'Up and Running' sports medicine clinic on Al Wasl Rd. he has great experience in working with children's feet as well as adults. He makes custom made insoles which are not cheap but v effective. Call him up and have a chat with him first and see what he thinks.
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Latest post on 10 August 2013 - 00:34
24 Fitness in Al Quoz is a gym. You can pay 40 dhs a day to use the gym as a visitor. It has a great weights section for body builders. It doesn't look flash but is a nice friendly gym. It is v close to Sheikh Zayed Rd. you go over into Al Quoz at the Al Manara junction, down to the lights and turn left. Turn right at the building shaped like a ship and then take the first left.
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Latest post on 09 August 2013 - 00:50
You may find things a little cheaper at White Star Bookshop at the Beach Centre Mall, Jumeirah, they are very good for party supplies and costumes too and have quite a good selection of craft supplies as well. Worth a look. On the ground floor right hand side as you enter main entrance. White Star trading is the same company as Creative Minds on Umm Suqeim Rd so I guess the prices are going to be the same. I agree, they are expensive.
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Latest post on 07 August 2013 - 21:49
I am in Mirdif area! im in Al Warqa 2. Could you please put us in touch? I tried :)
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Latest post on 07 August 2013 - 15:03
Are you sure all the electricity used was yours? Did you check the meter reading when you moved in? Sometimes money owing by a previous tenant gets added to your bill. It does sound a lot.
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Latest post on 07 August 2013 - 15:02
Can you move to cheaper housing and put the saving towards education? There is a fine line between having good quality of life and still saving .
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Latest post on 07 August 2013 - 11:43
Where do you live? I know an excellent hairdresser too but she mainly does the Mirdif area.
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Latest post on 07 August 2013 - 01:30
I'm not a hundred per cent sure but if your ever close by to Mercato then the mall next to it has a shop on the ground floor (forgot the name) near party shop which sells tea cups and teapots. Sorry not much help You could also try 'Harvest Home' in the mall next to Magrudys on the Beach Rd.
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Latest post on 06 August 2013 - 15:58
This happened to me with a British passport. They will give you some credit for the unused validity period but not the whole lot. I think I got an extra 10 months on top of the passport's 10 year validity.
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Latest post on 06 August 2013 - 15:56
I believe this school is on the site of the old Safa school and has been under the current management since early in the last academic year. It is largely a school for children with milder special needs I think. Yes, this is the school that was St Andrews/BILD.
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Latest post on 05 August 2013 - 00:13
Sorry but I read this with some scepticism. This has been a headline so many times before and nothing changes.
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Latest post on 03 August 2013 - 09:10
It is quite cheap to hire a car and a driver which is what we did. I think your list is doable. We did the same in about 10 days but we went down to Wadi Rum and Aqaba too. I would add Jerash to your list - amazing Roman remains. Lots to see and more still being uncovered.
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Latest post on 03 August 2013 - 09:07
While we are on the topic of Oman Insurance Cover, I had a question I hoped someone could answer. We are new to Dubai and our car insurances both include GCC cover including Oman. What is the Arabic letter of permission the OP refers to? Would having a certificate of insurance with you which states the territorial limits of the policy extend to cover Oman not be enough? This is the first I had heard that we would have to produce documentation. If someone could shed some light that would be appreciated The insurance company gave it to you with your policy papers by default. If you kept them together, you have it. We have never had any separate letter of permission but the general insurance document stating the territories covered (which you usually get in English and Arabic) has always been sufficient.
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Latest post on 02 August 2013 - 15:54
There is also an insurance office inside the Omani border crossing building.
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Latest post on 31 July 2013 - 12:10
In Lulus by MOE, upstairs ( can't reme,ber if its first or second floor) there is a key cutting/watch repair place that also does shoe and bag repairs. They are v good and v reasonable.
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Latest post on 31 July 2013 - 10:23
You generally need two years of work experience for an employer to be able to get you a visa. I'm sure you would need this to be considered for an expat package. Otherwise, if she came here and stayed with you I'm sure she would pick up relieving work which might give her a foot in the door, but probably only as a 'local hire'. HTH <em>edited by plum2 on 31/07/2013</em>
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Latest post on 30 July 2013 - 10:33
Yes, you will need to get your DD's birth certificate attested so you can sponsor her. The school will just need a copy of her passport to verify DOB. If her father is not coming with you you may also need a letter from him giving his permission to be in Dubai with you. No, I haven't heard of any adults who needed their birth certificates attested.
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Latest post on 21 July 2013 - 21:09
Both my teens had top and bottom braces thought the Nicholas and Asp Post-graduate Orthodontic School and I can highly recommend them. At the time the cost was less than half that quoted by several other orthodontists. The service was great, the whole process was very professional and they both have lovely teeth now.
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Latest post on 19 July 2013 - 01:19
Did you let the covers dry? I always put mine back on straight from the machine. I think they stretch easier when wet. If this is the case maybe re wet them and try to stretch them back on. <em>edited by plum2 on 19/07/2013</em>
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Latest post on 14 July 2013 - 12:14
Not sure where you live but there is a great bike shop that does excellent and speedy repairs in Motor City/Sports City. Coming from AR go over the lights by Spinneys and make the first U turn and park. It is in that little block right there that has Better Homes at the front. Sorry I can't remember what it's called.
 
 
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