Issue #27 Doha Family Magazine Winter 2018

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‫تعلمية‬ ّ ‫هل تبحثون عن بيئة‬ ‫محفزة ألطفالكم؟‬ ّ ‫دولية‬ Are you looking for a stimulating and international learning environment for your child ?

‫نرحب بكم في األكاديمية العربية‬ ‫الدولية ويتم اآلن استقبال الطلبات‬ .‫للصفوف من الروضة حتى العاشر‬

THE ARAB INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY IS RECEIVING APPLICATIONS FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR 2018- 2019 FROM PRE K TO GRADE 10 -

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IB World School for the Diploma Programme Two teachers per class of 25 students up to grade five Play based learning at the KG Bilingual program for Kindergarten (English/Arabic) A unique history and social studies program designed exclusively for AIA Fully integrated technology program including coding Learning Support program that supports inclusion Sports and arts programs Our team of professionals come from various countries, bringing you the best expertise and minds for a well-rounded international education experience We welcome students and families of all nationalities and backgrounds

‫مدرسة بكالوريا دولية لتطبيق‬ ‫برنامج الدبلوما‬ ‫بالتنوع‬ ‫سم‬ ‫مدرسية ت ّت‬ ‫بيئة‬ ّ ّ ‫ طالبًا‬25 ‫معلّم ومعلم مشارك لعدد ال يتجاوز‬ ‫في لك صف من الروضة حتى الخامس‬ ‫االهتمام بتطوير قدرات الطلبة في عدة لغات‬ ‫التعليم ثنائي اللغة في الروضة؛ العربية‬ ‫واإلنكليزية‬ ‫نهج التعلّم من خالل اللعب في الروضة‬ ‫منهاج تاريخ أُلّف خصيصاً لألكاديمية العربية‬ ‫الدولية ويستند إلى أحدث األساليب في تعليم‬ ّ ‫التاريخ‬ ‫تكامل التكنولوجيا في التعليم‬ ‫برنامج تعليم مساند وإرشاد نفسي‬ ‫برامج رياضة وفنون مميزة‬ )‫(موسيقى وفن ودراما‬

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AN INNOVATIVE EDUCATION FOR A GLOBAL WORLD A truly international learning community ∞ Excellent facilities ∞ Innovative learning techniques ∞ A wide range of extracurricular activities ∞ A Candidate School to deliver the International Baccalaureate Programmes

School tours every other Tuesday morning: www.sisq.qa/schooltours Applications open for children aged 3 to 17 years. Assessments will start in February - Seats fill up quickly, apply now admissions@sisq.qa

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This Fitbit smartwatch is your personalized fitness companion that does everything from giving you fitness guidance to providing you with personalised insights about your health. With this watch, you can see distance covered, calories burnt, floors climbed, active minutes of your workout time and more. It also has sleep tracking that shows your sleep timing. The PurePulse heart rate features provide continuous heart rate tracking, which is ideal for improving your cardio fitness. This watch also has support for female health tracking. By using the Fitbit app, women can log their period, track ovulation, record systems, and discover patterns in their cycle.

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It provides a safe, secure, stimulating and fun environment that help children flourish. We follow the EYFS British Curriculum, with The Montessori Method incorporated. Guided by each child’s individual needs to ensure they leave us more conďŹ dent, social, independent and prepared for school. We take children from 1-4 years. Please come to see our lovely nursery anytime. T: 4468 8008 / 3100 7117 E: info@totscornernursery.com 56 Al Madeed, Al Joudi Street, Al Maamoura, Doha, Qatar www.totscornernursery.com

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STEP BY STEP

Centre For Special Needs

Licensed by Ministry of Education

Al Waab , Doha Tel : 44757225 Mob : 55927376 info@stepbystepqatar.com

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- Individualized Education Plans ( IEPs ) - Individualized afternoon therapy >Speech and Language Therapy >Occupational Therapy >Applied Behaviour Analysis ( ABA ) - Academic Learning Support - SMART START- Early Intervention Program - BUDDY CLUB- Social Skills Program - Vocational & Life Skills Programs - After School Care Services - Summer School (July & August ) - Winter School ( December ) - Optional Arabic / Quran - Multi-sensory, Multi-therapeutic Approach


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Enjoy a free trial class on us!

Ages 0 to 5 years Play & learn, Music and Art classes.

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Fertility Unit Feto Maternal Centre We treat all infertility problems under one roof with the latest technology

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Dr Mandy Abushama, MD FRCOG, DFFP, Dobs Ultrasound, Obstetrics and Gynaecology

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Obstetrics and Gynaecology • Infertility and IVF • European Standard Care • 4D Ultrasound • Paediatrics and Child Health • Vaccination • Specialized and Well-baby Clinics • Internal Pharmacy

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“A VIBRANT, long ESTABLISHED BRITISH Embassy sponsored PRIMARY SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN AGED1 3-11’ 11/10/17 8:58 AM

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“proportion DESS offers an outstanding education to all of its pupils.” of pupils making and exceeding expected progress are high (Penta International, May 2017)


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Interactive fun for everyone! An exciting indoor playground, a fuss-free place for haircuts, and a fun venue for birthday parties! V isit www.caboodle.qa

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Opening hours: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm • From 2 months to 4 years age • British curriculum – EYFS • Maximum 14 children per class, with native English speaking teachers • Music, Science, Sport & Creative play • Optional Arabic & French classes AL Mabahej Street, Al Dafna 44130928 / 66856729 info@laughnlearnnursery.com www.laughnlearnnursery.com

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Catering & Baked Goods

Web

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Cake a Doodle

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6661-2568

Cakepicurean

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Cake N Bake

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Cherrie's Homemade Cakes

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Fabulous Cake Glamorous Cakes Handmade is better Indulge Chocolates

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L&M Coco's Cakes

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Magnolia Bakery

magnoliabakery.com

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Nuku’s Cakes and Cookies nukuscakes.com

6622-6561

Party Supplies Web

Phone

Brilliant Balloons

6657-9232

Bubble Wrap

facebook.com/ brilliantballoonsqatar facebook.com/BubbleWrap-1850527458567778

Party Balloon

facebook.com/qatarballoon

Party Kingdom

facebook.com/ partykingdommain

Party Store

partystoreqatar.com

Piñatas by Neris

3320-9614

Shop Cynplicity

facebook.com/shopcynplicity1577221222291340

Tuki Party Town

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Yalla Toys

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Photographers Web

5038-0703

5075-0983

Phone

Dream Machine Photography

dreammachineqatar.com

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Jazzi Photography

jazzi-photography.com

5013-2947

starsphotography.com

5056-3322

facebook.com/ najlanabilphotography

5513-4681

instagram.com/rayyan_ photography_x

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Papabubble Qatar

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Saumi's Cake Delights

facebook.com/ saumiscakedelights

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Yummy Cake

yummy-cake.net

3373-7208

Little Stars Photography & Design

Detka Ginger

facebook.com/detkaginger

5517-1472

Najla Nabil Photography NT Photography Rayyanphotography

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Full-ser vice venues

Web

Phone

Adventure Room

adventureroomsqa.com

7050-0139

Angry Birds World

angrybirdsworld.qa

4042-0444

Arts & Crafts

artsandcrafts.qa

4486-5201 6686-7993

Bounce

bounce.qa

4408-6500

Build-A-Bear

buildabear.ae

Caboodle

caboodle.qa

4488-7232 4488-7233

Café Céramique

cafeceramique.qa

44671100

CanDo

facebook.com/candodoha

4020-6414

Chef's Garden Escape Hunt

facebook.com/ chefsgardendoha facebook.com/ escapehuntqatar

Hello Kitty Beauty Spa

hellokittybeautyspa.com

Jungle Zone Theme Park

4433-5534 4499-9699

KidZania

doha.kidzania.com

4488-1071

KidzMondo

kidzmondo.qa

4028-5888

Maktaba Library

maktabaqatar.org

4427-8810

Megapolis

megapolisqatar.com

3303-0555

Minipolis

facebook.com/ minipolisentertainment

My Gym

mygym-qatar.com/doha

4437-8421 3303-0666 4464-1540 4464-1429

Petits Pas Activities

petitspasactivities.com

6647-7376 4488-5067 4483-9595 4413-5248

4409-5041

Pizza Express

3306-1971

Red Velvet Cupcakery

redvelvetdoha.com

4408-0700 4465-9436 4467-0670

Evo Sports Qatar

evosportsqatar.com

4407-6772

Regency Halls

regencyhalls.com

Gymboree Play & Music

facebook.com/ gymboreedoha

4020-6413

Velocity World

facebook.com/ velocityworldqatar

dblossoms

facebook.com/pages/ dblossoms/ 117019671715383

5540-8142

Easy Party's

facebook.com/EasyPartys

3320-9614

4041-0000

Party Planners Web Al Mizar Trading W.L.L

almizardoha.com

Phone

Caramel

carameldoha.com

4442-6267 7047-3565

Celebrations Palace

clebr8.com

4469-6959

Events By Nyla

eventsbynyla.com

Children's Way

childrenswayqatar.wixsite. com/childrenpartyplanner

3319-8817 4039-5030

6658-6398

Il Partito

instagram.com/ilpartito

5578-4194

Chocolate Fish

chocolatefishparties.com

7795-4188

L'arc En Ciel

larcqatar.com

Cosmopolitan Events

cosmopolitanevents.me

6600-6353

OYA

oya.qa

Creative Party

facebook.com/ creativepartyqatar

5006-1710

PartyEC

partyec.com

3085-2244

Phone

Mad Science Qatar

qatar.madscience.org

4442-1212 4488-1570

Molecular

moleculardoha.com

7797-8856

National Cruise

nationalcruise.com

5000-8830 6600-0926

Science Made Fun

sciencemadefun-qatar.net

3399-6665

Entertainment Web & Activities

5512-9091

Engineering for Kids

efkqatar.com

6607-4567

Face Painting by Monica

instagram.com/ mmfacepainting

3398-0136

Faces For Fun Fun for Kids

6607-4567 instagram.com/ funforkids_qatar

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Marketplace dblossoms events Event Planner & Chocolatier dblossoms.chocolates@gmail.com T: 5540 8142 dblossoms

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Lux Drive

• Reliable lady driver • Wi-Fi • Water & snacks • For women, children & business clientele Contact Thembi Fula on +974 3347 2112 WhatsApp +974 566 820 117

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ASDoha Celebrating

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One Community Learning Together

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