Thread: School in Dubai

Just noticed, the thread is now back on the first page http://community.tes.co.uk/forums/64.aspx

I don't know if King's has spaces or not but we will likely apply to both Regent and King's. Possibly also the Dubai British School although no one has mentioned it.

Kings has been around longer and has a very good reputation, I have friends with children there and it is apparently an excellent school (in fact one of only I think 3 or 4 schools which got an outstanding rating in last years inspections). Regent on the other hand I have heard mixed reports about. I suppose all you can do is visit Kings as well and make up your own mind as to which suits your child better. I am quite surprised that Kings...

Quote: Originally Posted by Poitin DBS is not a GEMS school - some other company But yes would say avoid GEMS if possible - I have children there and it has been okay - but there been recent cutbacks and I'd say more to come - Shame. Sorry, you're right . It's Taaleem (used to be Beacon). I don't think people are quite as put off as they are with GEMS.

welcome to BE Best place to live in is pretty subjective, so depends what your looking for from a location. Schools, quite a few threads on the subject worth searching out to get you started, also the wiki has some general info...

Quote: Originally Posted by Zinouba Hello everyone, I need your help, we have to move to Dubai as my husband has been offered a job there. We are planning to leave the UK in january. I am completely lost as I know nothing about the schools in Dubai. My daughter is 5 years old and is in year 1. What are the good schools in Dubai? What are the schools to avoid? We haven't decided where to live yet, I suppose it will depend on the location...

Hello everyone, I need your help, we have to move to Dubai as my husband has been offered a job there. We are planning to leave the UK in january. I am completely lost as I know nothing about the schools in Dubai. My daughter is 5 years old and is in year 1. What are the good schools in Dubai? What are the schools to avoid? We haven't decided where to live yet, I suppose it will depend on the location of the school. My husband works in...

Quote: Originally Posted by Kim67 Checkout expatwoman.com - there's a wealth of information (and bitching) about schools. There's also a list of schools in Dubai with contact information. If your husband is working in Media City, you would be close to work if you lived in Springs/Meadows - shools in close proximity are Regent, Dubai International Academy, Dubai British School, Regent, Emirates International, GEMS Wellington. Al...

Hi, I'm looking to apply for a job at Repton School and was wondering if anyone knew of the school and it's reputation. I've spent time researching the school and it's UK counterpart but was wondering if anyone could provide further information about it. It looks like it's going to be a great school once it's completely finished. Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by grapefruit DBS is a GEMS school - that sometimes puts people off. [/url] DBS is not a GEMS school - some other company But yes would say avoid GEMS if possible - I have children there and it has been okay - but there been recent cutbacks and I'd say more to come - Shame.