clairey5
Scottish expat in Spain
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Registration: 08 March 2012
Dermatologits in jeddah for hair loss
So it seems a dermatologist may be able to help sdvuse me which products/pills etc to use for my hair loss. Does anyone know of any good ones in Jeddah? Thanks :-) Read More
Running... by chrisinjeddah
Hi me again.. Does anyone know of a good running circuit around jeddah, what is the corniche like near the hilton? I need to get out the compound and do some miles... Any ideas?
I go to jeddah road runners which is well set up and a good way of meeting people. :-) Read More
Hair loss since moving to Saudi by clairey5
Hello all, I have been told this happens to many people when they move here because of the water so was hoping some people would have some advice. I have thin enough hair as it is and it has not started falling out pretty drastically. What can I ...
Also which vitamens should i take? Read More
Hair loss since moving to Saudi by clairey5
Hello all, I have been told this happens to many people when they move here because of the water so was hoping some people would have some advice. I have thin enough hair as it is and it has not started falling out pretty drastically. What can I ...
Do you know of any good dermatologists in Jeddah? Read More
Hair loss since moving to Saudi
Hello all, I have been told this happens to many people when they move here because of the water so was hoping some people would have some advice. I have thin enough hair as it is and it has not started falling out pretty drastically. What can I ... Read More
looking for a Spanish Teacher by clairey5
Hello, I arrived in Jeddah a couple of months ago and now that I have settled in I am looking to start up Spanish lessons again. I have some knowledge of the language. I ahve spent two summers there and was taking lessons in Scotland. I really ...
thanks for the infor. Much appreciated. :-) Read More
looking for a Spanish Teacher
Hello, I arrived in Jeddah a couple of months ago and now that I have settled in I am looking to start up Spanish lessons again. I have some knowledge of the language. I ahve spent two summers there and was taking lessons in Scotland. I really ... Read More
What i need to pack? by Elisemckerry
Hi all I will be starting at JKS in August this year. I am really excited, but also nervous, because it's a whole new environment. I have lots of good things about the school and about Sharbatly Village. I am in the process of packing and I am ...
so does that go fo an Iphone too?? Or would I be better getting it on contract out there rather than buying it outright here then going pay as you go when I arrive. Sorry for all the questions. Read More
What i need to pack? by Elisemckerry
Hi all I will be starting at JKS in August this year. I am really excited, but also nervous, because it's a whole new environment. I have lots of good things about the school and about Sharbatly Village. I am in the process of packing and I am ...
aaaghh I was hoping to get some new shades out there, as mine current ones are wrecked. Are they really a lot more expensive over there?? Read More
What i need to pack? by Elisemckerry
Hi all I will be starting at JKS in August this year. I am really excited, but also nervous, because it's a whole new environment. I have lots of good things about the school and about Sharbatly Village. I am in the process of packing and I am ...
Hey, I am also going to be starting at JKS in August. Super exciting, there seems to be lots of us heading out!! :-) Read More
Compound Life by ramyelorbany
Hello Everyone, I've recently accepted a teaching position in Jeddah and am supposed to be moving there in the next 2-3 months. I look forward to meeting many of you :) My question is about compound life, and the social scene in these compounds. ...
Hey I am also moving out to eddah in August to teach. Which school will you be teaching in? Read More
any one coming to jeddah on 7th june 2012 by james donaldson
Hi I am coming to Jeddah on 7th June 2012 any brits are moving there get in touch. James
Hey James. I am from Scotland too and will be moving out at the end of August to teach in Jeddah. Do you know which compound you will be staying on yet? What are you going to be doing out there. I don't know about you but I struggled with the ... Read More
Jeddah Knowledge School ? Any information ? by saharadesert
Hi, I would like updated information on this school. Does anyone know what the school is like ? Does it have modern facilities and a good reputation ? Thanks.
Are you going to apply?? Read More
Jeddah Knowledge School ? Any information ? by saharadesert
Hi, I would like updated information on this school. Does anyone know what the school is like ? Does it have modern facilities and a good reputation ? Thanks.
I have only finished my NQT year so I only have one. I am going to be teaching year 3 starting in August. Read More
Jeddah Knowledge School ? Any information ? by saharadesert
Hi, I would like updated information on this school. Does anyone know what the school is like ? Does it have modern facilities and a good reputation ? Thanks.
Hey, are you going to be at JKS?? Do you know which compound you will be living on? Are you a primary school teacher? Claire Read More
Laptops by clairey5
So I am moving to Jeddah in August and I need a new laptop. Should I buy on here in the Uk or wait until I arrive in Jeddah. I am thinking here would be better because then I can transfer all my documents and get skype etc up and running but if it ...
So you think things will be cheaper here?? I as also thinking about going all out and buying an iphone since my contract in Scotland is up. I was intending waiting until I arrived in jeddah, do you think I should? Can you get contract phones out ... Read More
Laptops by clairey5
So I am moving to Jeddah in August and I need a new laptop. Should I buy on here in the Uk or wait until I arrive in Jeddah. I am thinking here would be better because then I can transfer all my documents and get skype etc up and running but if it ...
Perfect, thanks. I have had a dell since uni and it has served me well so I though about doing the same thing. :-) Read More
Laptops
So I am moving to Jeddah in August and I need a new laptop. Should I buy on here in the Uk or wait until I arrive in Jeddah. I am thinking here would be better because then I can transfer all my documents and get skype etc up and running but if it ... Read More
Contraceptive by Ally1602
An odd question I think but soo important....... Can you get the depo provera injection in Saudi? If not can you bring it with you from the uk? (it's a contraceptive)
I was also wondering the same thing. I guess I could bring a supply of my pill with me, but what if they search my bags?? Are they really that strict?? Read More
Sharbatly compound by Al Adel
I'll be travelling to Jeddah late in August...I'm wondering how can I go around inside the compound since it really looks like a real village not as I imagined...I know females are not allowed to drive in Saudi Arabia...I have no license any ...
Thanks Patricka, What is the gym like? Also are lots of activities and clubs etc to allow me to meet new people. I am coming alone so want to make sure I can meet people and I won't be too lonely. Read More
Sharbatly compound by Al Adel
I'll be travelling to Jeddah late in August...I'm wondering how can I go around inside the compound since it really looks like a real village not as I imagined...I know females are not allowed to drive in Saudi Arabia...I have no license any ...
I have just accepted a job at JKS starting in August 2012. How is the school? Also i would love to see some pictures of the compound. Thanks, Claire Read More
Jeddah Knowledge School ? Any information ? by saharadesert
Hi, I would like updated information on this school. Does anyone know what the school is like ? Does it have modern facilities and a good reputation ? Thanks.
Hi, I have recently accepted a job out there. I start in August. are you thinking of takng a job there? Claire Read More
Interview with Jeddah Knowledge School by danielspaniel
Hi all. what a fantastic forum for people like me with many questions! could anyone help with any advice regarding an interview for a teaching post at the above school? i have one arranged with the head teacher via skype in the next few days and am ...
Yes it is my first job abroad as a primary teacher but I have taught english abroad and travelled alot so i am quite looking forward to a new challenge. have you been teaching abroad for a while? Read More
Interview with Jeddah Knowledge School by danielspaniel
Hi all. what a fantastic forum for people like me with many questions! could anyone help with any advice regarding an interview for a teaching post at the above school? i have one arranged with the head teacher via skype in the next few days and am ...
Yes, very. although I have heard mixed reports but I am going to go with an open mind and hopefully I will feel I have made the right decision. Are you a primary or secondary teacher? Read More
Interview with Jeddah Knowledge School by danielspaniel
Hi all. what a fantastic forum for people like me with many questions! could anyone help with any advice regarding an interview for a teaching post at the above school? i have one arranged with the head teacher via skype in the next few days and am ...
I don't have any PYP experience! Read More
Interview with Jeddah Knowledge School by danielspaniel
Hi all. what a fantastic forum for people like me with many questions! could anyone help with any advice regarding an interview for a teaching post at the above school? i have one arranged with the head teacher via skype in the next few days and am ...
Hey, Did you accept the job at Jeddah Knowledge? I accepted an offer earlier this week as a PYP teacher. Start on the 25th of August 2012. Let me know if you accepted and we can get excited together!!! :-) Read More