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Memories Monday
A weekly blog to share share memories of our time at school. It explores how parent memories can impact their enrollment choices for their children. It also investigates schools as an area of culture shock for Dubai expat families. Authored by Navigate.Ed founder, Hannah Poole, and a host of guest contributors.


Schultüte – A Sweet Start to School Life
Today marks the first day of school for many children around the UAE. It’s a day filled with excitement and nerves for students, parents...

Hannah Poole
Aug 254 min read


School Uniforms
“My daughter would like to join the school, but only if she doesn’t have to wear a tie.” That was how one parent once began an enrolment...

Hannah Poole
Aug 183 min read


The first day of school
In just two weeks, thousands of children across the UAE will be getting ready for their very first day of school. I don’t remember my own...

Hannah Poole
Aug 112 min read


The Daily Commute to School
Transportation is an essential factor to consider when choosing a school in Dubai. Growing up in small-town New Zealand in the 1990s, I...

Hannah Poole
Aug 43 min read


Back-to-school: The big stationery shop
As a child one of the most exciting activities of the summer holiday was buying stationery for the coming school year. Mum would have the...

Hannah Poole
Jul 283 min read


Finding My Own Rhythm
This week, I had breakfast with a few friends who are professional musicians. As often happens when we get together, conversation...

Hannah Poole
Jul 213 min read
Summer Holidays
Memories Monday #4: Summer Holidays It’s summer vacation for Dubai schools. A much needed break for students and teachers. During...

Hannah Poole
Jul 133 min read


Results Day in Dubai: What grade do you give it?
Yesterday marked a significant milestone for students across Dubai and around the world as they received their results for the...

Hannah Poole
Jul 73 min read


The Only School in Town
Working in Dubai, I often seen just how much of a culture shock the school system can be for new arrivals. It was no different for me. I...

Hannah Poole
Jun 302 min read


Reflecting on School Memories: The Starting Point for Choosing a School in Dubai
At the end of this week, schools across Dubai will close for the end of the 2025-26 academic year. For some students, this will mark...

Hannah Poole
Jun 223 min read
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