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Singapore Expat Forum and Message Board for Expats in Singapore & Expatriates Relocating to Singapore

Hello Everyone: There has been a lot of interesting discussion surrounding the rental increases in Singpaore recently. I moved here 8 months ago and already I am considering moving on becuase I am unsure as to whether I will be able to financially keep up with the extravagant rental increases. Condo...

Hey Liliana, Thanks for your response. I withdrew my application from OFS today because like you, the stairs etc created much concern for me. The school has too many children in a very small area and is a fire hazard in my opinion. However, I noted that in middle school, children are assessed accord...

Thanks everyone for your suggestions. I will check both places out.

Nicole.

Hello Everyone:

I need a recommendation for a good ballet school here in Singapore. Thanks!

Nicole.

Greta, Thanks for your response. I am still considering the school. However, the large number of children who attend, I find quite overwhelming. I will make the best decision given the information which I have at this point. Take care and enjoy your trip over to Singapore if you are not here already...

Hello All: I have just received a call from SAS advising that they have accepted my 5 year old into their Kindergarten class. However, school is now on holiday and I will not have the opportunity to speak with any of the teachers. This school was recommended by myhusband's company and seems to have ...

Thanks for your response. I have spoken to a few people and the responses have been quite varied. However, most people have noted that the teachers seem evasive and unhappy working at the school. This speaks volumes. Anyway, I will make a decision soon.

Take care!

Nicole.

Hi,

I recently used Mum's Kitchen for my son's b'day party and found both the food and service to be quite good; I was not disappointed. Check them out at www.mumskitchen.com.sg.!

Take Care!

Nicole

Bruce, Thanks very much for your reply. Interestingly enough, I visited OFS and was not at all impressed by the admissions staff and as you mentioned, I was not allowed to speak with the teachers. My first impression was one of chaos. I am really quite disappointed because when we left Miami in Dece...

Hello Everyone: I have enrolled my children at Overseas Family School because I am familiar with the IB program. However, I am yet to be given a tour of the school and meet teachers etc. Can anyone provide advice on what their K1 program is like and whether there is a strong program on reading. Addi...

Thanks for your response. I will give them a call.

Does anyone know of a hairdresser in Singpaore that is able to assist black females with relaxing of hair. If you do, please respond. Thanks!

Gary,

Thanks for your help. I will keep you informed.

Nicole.

Gary,

The free lance idea sounds really good. Please provide me with contact info. Thanks.

Nicole.

Can anyone recommend an interior decorator or company that does quality work at an affordable price? Thanks!