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Latest post on 24 March 2013 - 21:34
I think it's good for them to try lots of different things during the primary school years and then they can see what they really enjoy. Many schools offer a whole range of things and I always encouraged mine to try a wide variety of things. There are lots of things one or other of them only did for a term ( ice-skating, sailing, tennis, drama) but other things that they have enjoyed and stuck with for years.
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Latest post on 24 March 2013 - 17:12
Dr Sue Norton at the Dubai Physiotherapy and Family Medicine Centre is excellent and very thorough. 04 3496333 A friend also recently recommended Dr Neil Fell at Health Bay polyclinic.
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Latest post on 24 March 2013 - 16:52
Is she is sporty she might like to try Stand-up paddle boarding. You can rent these by the hour close to Umm Suqeim public beach (next to JBH)
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Latest post on 24 March 2013 - 11:12
I used Khasab Dolphin Tours recently and they were great. Why not get a quote from them and compare?
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Latest post on 24 March 2013 - 10:15
It was the Qurum Beach Hotel, but reading recent reviews it seems to have gone downhill a bit. IT is cheap and a great location though. One reviewer mentions a better hotel next door but then doesn't give the name. Maybe you can search. It's nice to be able to walk to the beach.
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Latest post on 24 March 2013 - 08:36
No I haven't. Sorry. We have also stayed in a small hotel along from the end of the public beach but I am racking my brains trying to remember the name of it. Will post again if I do.
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Latest post on 24 March 2013 - 08:27
I have stayed in the Safeer Hotel Suites several times, although not for a few years now. I have stayed in 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. We had 2 families plus one extra adult in the 3 bedroom apartments (5 adults and 5 children) and we had plenty of room. Some of the beds are huge! The apartments are fine. The beds just had bottom sheets and blankets but we just asked for top sheets and they provided them. The kitchens didn't have much in them but we usually have our camping/picnic stuff with us so we just used that.
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Latest post on 21 March 2013 - 16:36
I made two very close friends here who both left after 10 years several years ago. I still miss them hugely and we will be lifelong friends I'm sure.
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Latest post on 21 March 2013 - 16:14
Got it. Thanks I've always wanted to know how to do this. I'll give it a go :)
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Latest post on 21 March 2013 - 16:12
I lkie Chinchin from Motor City for a quick easy meal. They are efficient and don't take that long even on a Thursday evening.
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Latest post on 21 March 2013 - 16:07
Where/how do you click on hyperlink tool? TIA
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Latest post on 21 March 2013 - 13:25
Hi VictoriaM Loads of CF success stories on their website. See Transformations. They also have a FB page. Join the FB group. It's very motivating. Next 2 week challenge starts on Sunday - give yourself a jumpstart
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Latest post on 20 March 2013 - 15:49
But you can have a cleaner from 25 dhs an hour :) Petrol is so cheap :) The sun is always shining!
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Latest post on 20 March 2013 - 14:05
Glad you guys finally connected :)
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Latest post on 20 March 2013 - 09:04
The teachers at JESS Jumeirah are typically in very early!
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Latest post on 20 March 2013 - 09:03
Original poster (i.e. the person who started the thread) :)
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Latest post on 20 March 2013 - 08:46
Where do you live?
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Latest post on 20 March 2013 - 08:45
If your child has not been to nursery before then be prepared for them to get sick a lot. At Nursery they are exposed to lots of bugs and frequently it takes quite a while for them to build up immunity. I doubt it is going to go down well with your emplyer if you are constantly taking unpaid leave to deal with a sick child. You need to have a back-up plan in place.
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Latest post on 19 March 2013 - 22:37
Please email me on dubaiplum at gmail dot com
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Latest post on 18 March 2013 - 18:49
Bump for OP
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Latest post on 18 March 2013 - 16:35
I went to Maroon 5 with my teens at DWTC and no issues. Not sure whether a comedy show would have an age restriction due to possible unsuitable content (don't know the performer!).
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Latest post on 18 March 2013 - 16:10
If they are coming from the Uk presumably they are looking for a British Curriculum school. There are a lot to choose from. Most schools in Dubai have a very diverse mix of nationalities so they should feel happy anywhere. Do you know where they will be working? Yr 9 is a hard year to find a place for. I know as I had a friend looking earlier this year. She ended up at Regent school but there have been some issues there and the principle was recently fired. Schools that go right through from Primary to secondary (if they want them on the same campus) include: Wellington International (IB in the 6th form) English College Jumeirah Primary School and then Jumeirah College opposite Dubai British School Deira International School (again IB i think) Gems World Academy I am sure others will add more. HTH
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Latest post on 18 March 2013 - 16:03
I just received a text message about a UK Tax and Residency seminar - what you need to know. To be held at the Ritz carlton DIFC 6.30pm Wed.Presenting JP Morgan. Email name and number to [email protected]
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Latest post on 18 March 2013 - 14:15
You could try Alliance Francais in Oud Metha. They used to also offer classes at DUCTAC in MOE but not sure whether they still do.
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Latest post on 18 March 2013 - 12:46
I have a friend that works on the EI team at the Rashid Centre. Please call them again (04 340 0005) and ask for Krista Hicks. If she is not available then leave a message for her with your name and number. She will help you.
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Latest post on 17 March 2013 - 13:05
If you have really long hair you dont really need the donut thing. If you really want to secure your hair then put it in a high ponytail first. Then twist your hair into a tight tube, then curl it around the hair tie in a circle, tuck the end in and secure with those u shaped pins (not kirby grips).
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Latest post on 17 March 2013 - 12:55
Is it also open coming from SZR, into Motor City? If you come out on Hessa St you can now go straight over Sh Mohd bin Zayed Rd into Sports City.
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Latest post on 14 March 2013 - 14:47
Have you already secured school places? Wishing you lots of luck!
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Latest post on 14 March 2013 - 13:39
No comparison at all. JESS is highly sought after with very long waiting lists. Fees in primary are 30-38K Winchester has much bigger classes. Fees in primary are 9-12.5K
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Latest post on 13 March 2013 - 23:18
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Latest post on 12 March 2013 - 22:36
I am sure the Rashid Paediatric Therapy Centre will gladly accept them. They ar a not-for-profit school for children with special needs. It is between Lulus and MOE 04 340 0005
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Latest post on 11 March 2013 - 18:11
www.rakftz.com/kidszone/ It's in the Free Trade Zone <em>edited by plum2 on 11/03/2013</em>
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Latest post on 11 March 2013 - 18:09
I haven't visited there recently but Kidzone used to be excellent.
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Latest post on 11 March 2013 - 16:44
I have never seen anyone write anything negative about JESS. If there is,no one will say. Lol! ;) yes, you are probably right. I was thinking more about of lots of replies telling me how good JESS is....! no negative comments. We are in the process to move our children there and was wondering if after all this is the right thing to do! Have you been offered places for both/all of them??
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Latest post on 10 March 2013 - 19:46
I have a friend with a daughter at Regent Senior School since Sept (it was the only place she could find) and she isn't very impressed. Their Principal was recently sacked.
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Latest post on 10 March 2013 - 19:38
It's a better bet once it starts getting a lot hotter. It's so much higher that it is significantly cooler up there.
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Latest post on 10 March 2013 - 16:15
email [email protected] for info. I think this is the financial advice company she was referring to.
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Latest post on 10 March 2013 - 13:20
Any updates on this? A large smoke plume is visible from Nad al Sheba.
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Latest post on 10 March 2013 - 08:54
You can buy stamps at the main customer service desk but i doubt they do registered post. There is a PO failrly close to MOE. It is opposite the Dubai American Academy.
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Latest post on 07 March 2013 - 13:32
Plumbers have that spongy stuff they lag pipes with. Just slit it down one side to fit it on. That would do. Maybe try ACE or SPEEDEX.
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Latest post on 07 March 2013 - 11:22
The location is apparently close to Repton School. There are a couple of cranes there but really nothing much above ground. I highly doubt it will be ready for September. <em>edited by plum2 on 07/03/2013</em>
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Latest post on 07 March 2013 - 11:17
Why are Indian school fees always lower than the rest? Dont they pay their teachers? I don't know about the facilities, but I think that Indian teachers are paid a lot less than British teachers. The class size in most Indian schools is typically a lot higher too.
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Latest post on 03 March 2013 - 11:29
No idea but I did wonder why I was asked for my address as I came home last night. I've never been stopped before in the last 3 years. It's usually just 'smile and wave'!
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Latest post on 03 March 2013 - 11:27
Just watch your speed on this road as there are speed cameras. I've been caught out there :( I think the speed limit is 80 kms an hour.
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Latest post on 28 February 2013 - 11:24
Yes, I would agree with Arch. I drove it last week and, while the road has really improved, it still takes a while. Al Ain has sooooo many roundabouts!
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Latest post on 28 February 2013 - 11:06
No info about hospital work in Dubai but you will need to apply for a license. You will need your degree certificate attested and also experience/reference letters detailing your previous employment. Do you work with adults or paeds? There are also a lot of private physiotherapy clinics but you will still need a license. If you work within Healthcare City the licensing requirements are different.
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Latest post on 28 February 2013 - 11:04
Where do you live? Maybe some kind person in your area would let you use their machine. rentacrib hire out car seats. I thinks it's www.rentacrib.ae
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Latest post on 25 February 2013 - 16:49
I went recently to Dr. Nicholas College and they quoted me 8000-8500 dirhams. Still an absolute bargain. My kids both have great looking teeth now.
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Latest post on 25 February 2013 - 16:02
Does anybody know how much do they cost in Dubai? If the cost is an issue, as it was for us, then I highly recommend the Nicholas and Asp Post-graduate Orthodontic training school in Healthcare City. Lots of previous posters on here will recommend them if you do a search. My two teens had their braces there for 6K each all up compared with quotes of 18-20K elsewhere. Top quality service. The student are supervised every step of the way. This was several years ago so you would need to check the current price. You can have a free assessment anyway. Good Luck!
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Latest post on 25 February 2013 - 11:40
Have you tried the men's salon at AR, in the back service carpark? I took my teenage son there and he had a great haircut which he was happy with.
 
 
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