Every day, new parents in the UAE are trying to understand the country’s unique education system and choose the best school for their child. But it can be confusing! Which is why community group Parents United UAE (powered by SchoolsCompared.com and WhichSchoolAdvisor.com) is holding a fun, free and informative coffee morning, where we’ll unlock the secrets of UAE schooling, helping mums and dads make those all-important decisions about their little one’s education.
DETAILS:
Date: Tuesday 10 October 2023
Time: 9.30am – 12.30pm
Venue: woo-hoo! Children’s museum, Al Quoz, Dubai
Theme: ‘Time to Talk Education: Unlocking the Secrets of the UAE School System”
Cost: Free to attend, including entry to woo-hoo! Registration in advance is essential
Tickets: There are just a few remaining tickets – click here to book now
WHAT TO EXPECT?
Get ready for an educational extravaganza at “Time to Talk Education” on Tue 10th Oct at woo-hoo! from 9.30am to 12.30pm. Brace yourself for an adventure into:
– How to choose the best school or nursery for your child
– Deciding between curricula
– How to help your child settle in at school or nursery
– Child Health & Wellbeing
There will be a series of drop-in presentations and breakout sessions, followed by the option to ask further questions, or to enjoy free play and bonding time across woo-hoo!’s fabulous, interactive galleries with your child. Childcare will be provided by the lovely ladies at Nannies & More, and parents can even treat themselves to a bit of free pampering, as spa Privee will be onsite, offering complimentary massages.
We also have some incredible partners on board, including Cartoon Network/ Cartoonito, which will be hosting a series of games, activities and information sessions with a child psychologist, alongside lots of cartoon-themed fun! Catch them talking about their Buddy Network, which champions anti-bullying policies and practices, and the importance of wellbeing in UAE schools.
GEMS Education will also be there, with three knowledgeable speakers to talk to you all about the UAE education system, how it works, how to choose between different curricula, how to tell if a school is good, and any other questions you might have.
The Parents United UAE team will also be available to welcome you and, since we double up as the editors behind school-review sites WhichSchoolAdvisor.com and SchoolsCompared.com, we’ll also be on hand to give any advice you might need on how to choose the best school for your child.
Plus, there will be a whole range of fabulous schools, nurseries and education brands on the day, available for you to chat to, interact with, and to answer any queries you might have on the day.
Schedule on the day
Meet & Greet
Venue: Events Space
Join the Parents United UAE team in the events space for some light refreshments and a brief introduction to our topic this month: “Time to Talk Education”.
Fun & Games with Cartoon Network & Cartoonito
Venue: woo! Town
Throughout the morning Cartoon Network and Cartoonito will be in the woo! Town room, offering arts and crafts, mini recycling games provided by CN’s Climate Champions, plus lots of cartoon fun! A child psychologist will also be present to answer any parents’ wellbeing concerns as part of the Buddy Network campaign. Don’t miss out!
“What makes the UAE school system so unique and how does it compare to others around the world?”
Sarah McLean, Assistant Head of Primary and PYP Director of Teaching and Learning at GEMS International School – Al Khail
Venue: Events Space
Sarah Mclean, Assistant Head of Primary and PYP Director of Teaching and Learning at GEMS International School – Al Khail, discusses the pros and cons of the UAE’s multicultural schools, explores the assessment expectations to support a widely international community, and explains why the IB is the fastest growing curriculum in Dubai.
“Top things to look for in a good school or nursery”
Claire Nami, Nursery Manager at GEMS FirstPoint School – The Villa
Venue: Events Space
From the learning environment to the wellbeing of both child and parent, there’s much to think about when choosing the right school for your family. Claire Nami, Assistant Head of Primary and FS Lead at GEMS FirstPoint School – The Villa, offers her insights into what you should look for when making that all-important decision.
“Immersive Learning Experience in Early Years Education: Bridging nature, wellbeing, and growth”
Emily Smith, Head of Infant School at GEMS Metropole School – Motor City
Venue: Events Space
Join GEMS Metropole School – Motor City for an engaging session to explore the benefits of outdoor education in a lush forest setting, with a focus on your child’s growth and happiness.
Don’t miss this amazing event! Grab one of the last remaining ticket now here.
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