I can't speak to the school a whole lot but I have worked in Amman. I didn't hear much negative about ABS, but I believe it tends to have a more local population as opposed to the American school or others. Jordan is a fascinating country with lots of historical/biblical sites to explore. It is a very progressive Muslim country, people are friendly, especially if you have children. Very safe, political unrest that you are seeing elsewhere is very minimal in Jordan. Almost everyone you encounter speaks at least passable English if not fluent. You can find most Western items, stores, and restaurants.

Cheery, thanks for the information. It sounds like a great place. My family loves to be outdoors, coming from Colorado originally, so Norway seemed similar to home. Also, the thought of being in a "smaller" city makes us excited. Could you expand on the pay/benefits in relation to the cost of living? Do they provide housing, flights, etc. like they do here in the ME, or is it similar to WE countries who don't provide those "extras."

Thanks for the reply. I was in Norway in October and thought it was one of the most beautiful places I have ever been. Yes, it was incredibly expensive, but the quality of life there seemed to be outstanding. Yes, I am saving money here in the ME, but I want a better quality of life for my kids. I want them to be outdoors exploring, playing in the grass, learning to ski and hike, and all that other stuff. This school seems like it's often overlooked, probably because it is small and in one of the most expensive places on Earth.

Well I'm currently at a top tier school here in the ME where I am able to save a good deal of money, but the quality of life could be better for my family. That is why I have inquired about a possible move to Europe. Thanks for the list of cities/countries where it might be possible. How about Prague?

Can anyone tell me about the international school in Stavenger, Norway? I know the country is ridiculously expensive, but is it a place that a teaching couple could save some money? I heard they have a tax exemption for the first few years? Do they offer housing/allowance? We have two small kids, so we would probably need a nanny. Thanks

Are there any places in Europe where somebody could save a decent amount of money? I know it's all relative to the size of your family, the amount of travel involved, the amount of western items you purchase, but are there schools where it is realistic to save, assuming you have two incomes? Eastern, Southern, or Northern Europe? Thanks