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Shariff John
@stbealeh
Chinese expat in England
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23
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About me
Chinese
Lives in Bristol
Speaks English, Chinese and Arabic
Registration: 25 March 2014
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Getting private teaching work in Suzhou
Hi I have a friend in Suzhou that pairs up students and teachers. She has Chinese and English teachers on her books. She is currently looking for more English teachers for private classes in Suzhou. Must be from UK, USA, Australia, Ireland or ... Read More
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Lots to see and do in Mellieha by stbealeh
I have been living in Mellieha since November. There is so much to see and do here. Here are some websites that I have found useful for finding out information. ½ûÂþÌìÌà is obviously one of the main ones but here are some more - ...
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Yes. I attended the Malta Social event in St Julians last night. It was very good. I wish there were social events organised this end of the island though Read More
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Lots to see and do in Mellieha
I have been living in Mellieha since November. There is so much to see and do here. Here are some websites that I have found useful for finding out information. ½ûÂþÌìÌà is obviously one of the main ones but here are some more - ... Read More
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Childcare Costs and assistance by stbealeh
Hi Our son is in Kindergarten and we would both like to start work. Does anyone know options for child minders and if there is any assistance we can get towards the costs? Thanks Shariff
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It's a club at the school. School finishes at 1:45 and then they can goto club. Not sure if all the schools have the same Read More
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Childcare Costs and assistance by stbealeh
Hi Our son is in Kindergarten and we would both like to start work. Does anyone know options for child minders and if there is any assistance we can get towards the costs? Thanks Shariff
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Hi Kindergartens are free here. We have recently found out that they have an after school club for 80cents an hour. We are going to send our son to this club as it seems reasonably priced and they have some good activities for the kids. Read More
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Childcare Costs and assistance
Hi Our son is in Kindergarten and we would both like to start work. Does anyone know options for child minders and if there is any assistance we can get towards the costs? Thanks Shariff Read More
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EU Citizens e-residency process & Health Care info. by GuestPoster566
Please try to avoid making irrelevant comments or going off topic as this is intended for information, rather than discussion. Anything irrelevant clutters the thread and the purpose is lost. I am happy to answer any questions or go into more ...
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Hi Drew I arrived and registered as self employed and then applied for my residence cards. Depending on how quick they process each stage - social insurance, income tax, VAT, trading licence and ETC registration, you could register for your ... Read More
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Looking to meet other parents in St Paul's Bay area by Jimmy2015
Hi I've been offered a job relocation to Malta in April 15 but before I have to make any decisions, I am heading to St Paul's Bay at the end of January for a week with my partner and our 18 month old girl to see what the Island has to ...
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Hi James We dont live too far away from St Pauls Bay. Our son is 4 years old. We are always happy to meet new people. We can recommend some great places for kids Read More
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A place like Bahar ic-Caghaq on the west side? by Wrongholebutherewego
Hey guys, I do not yet know where I will be working so I'm just checking my options. If I'll be working in Silema/Gzira and that area I will get an apartment in Bahar ic-Caghaq, as it's near the sea and quiet as far as I've ...
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The area is stunning. We live in Mellieha heights which is mostly populated with local Maltese. We have vans come down our road that sell everything meat, vegetables, fruit, bread, gas, etc so we dont need to go shopping for much stuff. We have a 4 ... Read More
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A place like Bahar ic-Caghaq on the west side? by Wrongholebutherewego
Hey guys, I do not yet know where I will be working so I'm just checking my options. If I'll be working in Silema/Gzira and that area I will get an apartment in Bahar ic-Caghaq, as it's near the sea and quiet as far as I've ...
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Check airbnb for an apartment as you can find apartments in random places being advertised direct from the landlords. We found ours through airbnb. Its much cheaper than using agents and you can read reviews from other people that have stayed in the ... Read More
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The situation on renting by Jackjpc
So upon our arrival here, we've spoke to 6 letting agencies and numerous agents within each agency. Our budget for 2 bedrooms is 300 to 450 euro in a central location. What we was told is that in the budget landlords are taxed higher, so ...
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We used airbnb to find our apartment. We found a very large 3 bedroom apartment for 500 euros a month direct from the landlord. Read More
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A place like Bahar ic-Caghaq on the west side? by Wrongholebutherewego
Hey guys, I do not yet know where I will be working so I'm just checking my options. If I'll be working in Silema/Gzira and that area I will get an apartment in Bahar ic-Caghaq, as it's near the sea and quiet as far as I've ...
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I live in Mellieha. Its an amazing place to live. Not overly touristy. However it is a bit far out from things but has good bus routes. Read More
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Job Opportunity in Gibraltar by stbealeh
Hi My wife is Chinese and has the opportunity to work in Malta for an IGaming company. I am British and we have a 5 year old son. I would some advise regarding moving to Gibraltar with a family. What is the cost of living and is it easy to get ...
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Thanks for the information. Sounds good Read More
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Job Opportunity in Gibraltar by stbealeh
Hi My wife is Chinese and has the opportunity to work in Malta for an IGaming company. I am British and we have a 5 year old son. I would some advise regarding moving to Gibraltar with a family. What is the cost of living and is it easy to get ...
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Sorry. I mean she has opportunity to work in Gibraltar. We are living in Malta now. Read More
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Job Opportunity in Gibraltar
Hi My wife is Chinese and has the opportunity to work in Malta for an IGaming company. I am British and we have a 5 year old son. I would some advise regarding moving to Gibraltar with a family. What is the cost of living and is it easy to get ... Read More