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UAE Guide A guide to liv Professional RESEARCHING EDUCATION OPTIONS FOR CHILDREN • • • • Edarabia Whichschool advisor Schoolfinder.ae Dubai Education Guide Setting up your classroom 'go-to' PLACES 1. Creative Minds - Dubai 2. Al Mutanabi Book Shop- UAE wide 3. The Bookshop (Al Ain) 4. White Star Books and School Supplies - Dubai MAIN GROUPS OF SCHOOLS IN UAE • • • • • GEMS Al Dar Taaleem Bloom (Brighton Colleges) SSAT • • • • Innoventures ESOL Education SABIS Emirates National Schools * Curriculums available – American, British, Indian, IB, French, German, Japanese, Philippines, MOE, and the various Islamic countries represented What to look for when choosing a nursery 1. Make sure the nursery is registered with the authorities. Ask to see their certification. 2. Check the curriculum. There are many to choose from. 3. Make sure they are flexible, in case you have to work late or drop your child off early. 4. Check that the nursery has proper health and safety measures in place. 5. Always check the class sizes and adult to child ratio. 14 | 2016 - 2017 | Applying for promotion tips 1. Stay on top of your CPD. 2. Inform your referees. 3. If changing employer, ensure you are not breaking a contract or resigning outside of the designated resignation window. 4. Research job roles and salary ranges for similar positions in the area. 5. Know the school’s strengths, areas for improvement and student data trends.