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Shariff John

@stbealeh

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Chinese expat in England

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23 posts

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About me

Chinese

Lives in Bristol

Speaks English, Chinese and Arabic

Registration: 25 March 2014

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Shariff John
stbealeh created a thread
9 years ago

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

Shariff John
stbealeh replied to a thread
9 years ago
stbealeh

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. Expat.com is obviously one of the main ones but here are some more - ...

Shariff John

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

Shariff John
stbealeh created a thread
9 years ago

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. Expat.com is obviously one of the main ones but here are some more - ... Read More

Shariff John
stbealeh replied to a thread
9 years ago
stbealeh

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

Shariff John

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

Shariff John
stbealeh replied to a thread
9 years ago
stbealeh

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

Shariff John

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

Shariff John
stbealeh created a thread
9 years ago

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

Shariff John
stbealeh replied to a thread
9 years ago
GuestPoster566

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 ...

Shariff John

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

Shariff John
stbealeh replied to a thread
9 years ago
Jimmy2015

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 ...

Shariff John

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

Shariff John
stbealeh replied to a thread
9 years ago
Wrongholebutherewego

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 ...

Shariff John

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

Shariff John
stbealeh replied to a thread
9 years ago
Wrongholebutherewego

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 ...

Shariff John

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

Shariff John
stbealeh replied to a thread
9 years ago
Jackjpc

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 ...

Shariff John

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

Shariff John
stbealeh replied to a thread
9 years ago
Wrongholebutherewego

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 ...

Shariff John

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

Shariff John
stbealeh replied to a thread
10 years ago
stbealeh

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 ...

Shariff John

Thanks for the information. Sounds good Read More

Shariff John
stbealeh replied to a thread
10 years ago
stbealeh

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 ...

Shariff John

Sorry. I mean she has opportunity to work in Gibraltar. We are living in Malta now. Read More

Shariff John
stbealeh created a thread
10 years ago

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