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Tips for Living in Jamaica

Tips from expats and experts about moving to Jamaica and living in Jamaica.

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Living Overseas

Restaurants in Kingston

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Kingston is blessed with lots of restaurants, including those offering local cuisine as well as foreign food. You can get a great Jamaican meal at Starapples in Devon Road (in a converted old house). (Continue Reading)

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Schools & Education

Education System in Jamaica

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The education system in Jamaica is similar to the British system. Most kids attend a primary or prep school up to age 11 or 12 (grade 6) and then go to a high school or a secondary school. There is an entrance exam given at the end of primary school and those who score well can go to the high school of their choice. (Continue Reading)

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Living Overseas

Learning More about Jamaicans

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If you saw my other tip on websites, you've done some reading about Jamaica before you landed. So what should you do once you land to get more acclimatized? Visit a church, even if you are not a religious person. Jamaicans tend to be religious and it’s a good way to get inside the culture without being too obvious about it. (Continue Reading)

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Schools & Education

Private school

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I would like to share with those parents looking for schools in Jamaica. The Naz school in Montego Bay, near the Wyndham Hotel caters to different types of students such as those who are not so bright, behind in grade or whatever. (Continue Reading)

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Moving Abroad

Moving to Jamaica

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Moving-to-Jamaica

I would like to suggest that anyone moving to Jamaica should get in touch with the Jamaican High Commission that serves their area. (Continue Reading)

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