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Latest post on 10 June 2015 - 20:14
We moved here in January and my son is in FS2 at Safa Private School. Just finished his first term and we love it. Really friendly school. We live in The Greens which is about 15km away but takes less than 15mins. Hi ..Did you have pay a refundable deposit of AED 3,000 that you can claim if you leave the school?
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Latest post on 10 June 2015 - 19:38
Hi We went for a school tour and found the facilities quite impressive. Would love to hear any feedback from existing students parents .
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Latest post on 10 June 2015 - 15:35
I agree with Lolacat. Am not sure what you are calling FS2 in an Indian Curriculum school. Do you mean LKG or HKG? Either way... from what I understand... based on the age ranges.... LKG = FS2. So if she is in HKG she would be age wise eligible for Yr. 1 in a British Curriculum school. I understand what you mean by school year, but its not a bad thing. The Indian school will get done in April and you will need an assessment by the British School and a school leaving certificate. British schools start in September..... so this would give your kid a LONG summer break. I may be wrong as Indian schools in Dubai may mirror the same timetable as the British School. Not sure of the Indian school timetables in Dubai. Now, with regards to the level. My daughter in FS2 is past the knowing phonics and is reading pretty well and now has started writing sentences with support. I find the British curriculum very focused on reading but not focused on math and numbers. Indian schools are focused on writing and numbers. The good thing for your daughter is that the reading and writing competency required at the British schools (atleast the one my daughter goes to) is a wide range for a year group. So if you shift your child, there will be children who are reading and writing well and also children who aren't necessarily doing it so well. At a good school, she will get the support she needs to catch up. Good Luck. Apparently its easier to shift from Indian to British but not so easy to shift back. Late but Thanks Lolacat and kcinthecity.
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Latest post on 09 May 2015 - 23:50
Hello Everyone My daughter just turned 5 and is currently studying in FS2 at an Indian curriculum school. I wish to move her to a British curriculum school.Here's the catch some of the schools say that on completion of an assessment they would place her in Grade 1 (according to her age).For the Indian curriculum she is of the right age The problem is that the Indian academic year starts in April and ends in March of the following year ,so she would have completed just term1 by June. Some schools say that she would be placed in FS2 itself but they don't have places for that year so have asked me to apply next year for Y1. Has anyone been in a similar situation? I am not sure if placing her in Year 1 is a good idea as she would not have completed 2 terms of FS2 .At the moment she is familiar with phonics and has not quire started writing or reading sentences. Please help! <em>edited by xenre on 09/05/2015</em>
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Latest post on 26 October 2014 - 11:19
Thanks Arlette Will take a look. Any more bands? Hey Nikki ,are you still looking out for a band?We attended a gala dinner yesterday and there was a lovely three piece band.2 men and a lady.I think they are called Reunion or something.Let me know if you want their contact details.
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Latest post on 24 October 2014 - 20:11
Ladies, a big thank you to you all. My friend has also passed her gratitude to you all. She was very concerned as she does not live here and did not want to get opinions off people as she does not know anyone who got married in Dubai and wanted to ensure like eveyone that her wedding will be the best day of her life..thank you for all this as now it has made her feel at ease that these hotels are good. Hey Bonbon,if your friend needs any further help for the wedding please ask her to contact Leroy at Crimson Events :[email protected]
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Latest post on 01 July 2014 - 23:22
anymore suggestions anyone? Hi Contact Crimson Events ,0505186039.They do themed parties and lovely photo booths.Definetely a great idea for treasured memories. Used them for my daughter's 1st B'day . They has also supplied a games organiser, face painter ,balloon bender.
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Latest post on 24 September 2013 - 00:54
Try 'Hey Sugar' for Cake pops.
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Latest post on 22 September 2013 - 19:22
I have also seen kiosks in Festival Center where they definetely sell Macroons by piece and various flavours.There is a store called Piece of Cake there as well that sell macaroons!
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Latest post on 19 September 2013 - 15:48
Try Shakespears or Paul
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Latest post on 19 August 2013 - 17:58
Try Al Ghaith Real Estate. They own the Carrefour express building opp Al Hana center. Nice 2bhk flats with a maid's room. We had seen them a while ago when we were house hunting in the same area.
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Latest post on 19 August 2013 - 17:47
Thanks Lincolnimp. Does she undertake surgeries as well?
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Latest post on 08 April 2013 - 22:48
seen by anyone anywhere? for little girls aged 5-7. Please let me know! Try Matalan at Lamcy Plaza.
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Latest post on 08 April 2013 - 22:47
Am selling mine.Have used it only once.
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Latest post on 08 April 2013 - 22:33
One of my besties is thinking of using Dubai as a venue to give training. It would be for 15-20 ppl. The budget is around 120-130 aed per person per day. (She works for an NGO so less is better). This must include use of conference room, 2x tea/coffee break, water and lunch. Is this possible here in Dubai? Not looking for 5 star sevice, but good value for money and pleasant surroundings. No Hotel accomodation required as applicants will take care of that themselves. TIA!!! Contact Hyatt Regency (not Grand Hyatt).Good service,good pricing and good conference venue.
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Latest post on 08 April 2013 - 17:00
Can you let me know how much you paid per head for the reception approx and what it Included pls Hi Kateh,agree with the ladies.While it's entirely your choice to hire a wedding planner,if you have the time it would good to do it yourself. Some steps: 1)Type of ceremony(Church,blessing)-Pre ceremony(Banns etc)Post ceremony - attestation of Marriage certificate etc 2)Reception Venue-Depending of number of guests could start from AED 180 onwards just for food.You can add on by adding a beverage package.Park Hyatt,The Address etc are some good venues.Another very nice venue is the Golf Park at Hyatt Regency.This venue is a well kept secret;)Little cheaper than Park Hyatt etc . 3)Party entertainment -Depends on you ,DJ,Band,Violinist,Harpist.My friend hired a violinist for her ceremony and a band and DJ for reception from a company.She also had a caricaturist who made a pic of the guests as a wedding favour!She got them at a great rate.I can give you the numbers if interested. 4)Most hotels give you complimentar cake and basic decor like table center pieces.Again I hired a decorator for my wedding as I had a specific theme. Hope this info is helpful.
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Latest post on 08 April 2013 - 16:35
Hi,yes it a norm to have a reception after the Christening.Congrats to you! Some ppl have it the following day as well. Try the Marriott Marquis.They have a great brunch on Friday and you can get a table fo 10-15 pax in a private area. <em>edited by xenre on 08/04/2013</em>
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Latest post on 08 April 2013 - 16:18
contact 050 5186039 .I rented one from this place.
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Latest post on 14 December 2012 - 16:36
Hello I am getting married in Dubai, St. Marys church and would like to know if its okay to wear a sleeveless wedding gown to church? its like a tube gown with net and lace covering the top part but sleeveless. Congrats to you!There is no problem as long as your veil is covering your shoulders.I got married in St.Mary's and my sis is getting married in Feb so do let me know if you need any help/advice regarding any other stuff .
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Latest post on 13 December 2012 - 15:47
Anyone know if there are still trees there?? I've been let down by Ace hardware as they lost my order and am now in a panic as inlays arrive tomorrow and really wanted a tree before they came!! If they are still available I'll go tonight! Do check out Hyper Panda in Festival city as well.They have about 6ft ones for about AED 300-400.
 
 
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