Living with a toddler and children in Shenzhen

Gardimel

Member

Member since 21 November 2016

Gardimel

21 November 2016 22:10:00

Gardimel

21 November 2016 22:10:00

Hi to everyone !

I am from Spain and I am considering a job offer to move with a local contract into Shenzhen. My family would move with me and I am trying to get in touch with expats with children to understand how is like to live there before I make the decision. I've got a 3yrs and a 7 yrs old boys. Whilst I see how positive experience will be for my kids to be exposed to a different culture, learn the language I've got some concerns:

Main is pollution in the air, water etc. How would this affect my children. The oldest had frequent laringuitis when he was younger.

Any advise?

Thanks !

jaynev

New member

Member since 14 February 2017

Shenzhen, Guangdong

jaynev

14 February 2017 13:50:59

jaynev

14 February 2017 13:50:59

Shenzhen, Guangdong

HI Gardimel, did you end up moving to China with your family? We are in the same position now and would like to know how you went..

EvaMoli

New member

Member since 31 October 2017

EvaMoli

07 November 2017 03:48:11

EvaMoli

07 November 2017 03:48:11

Hi! I´m in Shenzhen now and looking for friends both for me and my kids (1,5 and 3,5 years) if you're still here and want to meet up let me know!
Best regards, Eva Backholm

EvaMoli

New member

Member since 31 October 2017

EvaMoli

07 November 2017 03:49:08

EvaMoli

07 November 2017 03:49:08

Hi, I'm just curious, did you move to Shenzhen? I'm here and would love to meet up if you are interested.
Best regards, Eva Backholm

VANNROX

China expert

Member since 12 August 2017

VANNROX

15 November 2017 14:07:49

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VANNROX

15 November 2017 14:07:49

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1. What the Western media tells you about China is all lies. Ignore them.

2. Shenzhen is very nice. If I were to compare cities, I would rate Shenzhen as a 10, and London as a 8. Tokyo as a 9.5 and Houston as a 6. New York would be a 7.

3. If you move to China go native. It is the best thing that you can do. Otherwise do not bother.

Fer Momo

New member

Member since 20 June 2018

Fer Momo

20 June 2018 12:44:47

Fer Momo

20 June 2018 12:44:47

Hello 👋
I just arrived in Sz
I'm in Futian and I am looking for a kindergarten or some place for my girls (3-5)

I really appreciated it if somebody can help me

Thanks

Have a wonderful day

AndreasE

Member

Member since 07 October 2018

AndreasE

07 October 2018 10:19:34

AndreasE

07 October 2018 10:19:34

Hey there , my name is Andy and I am living with wife and 2 year old son in Shenzhen / Futian .
We are looking for some friends mostly for our son to hang out with .
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raffaellona

New member

Member since 04 February 2018

Kuwait City, Al Asimah

raffaellona

22 February 2022 14:12:49

raffaellona

22 February 2022 14:12:49

Kuwait City, Al Asimah

Hallo Fer Mom, are you still in Shenzen? Which kindergarten have you chosen for your children in Futian area? Tks a lot

Cheryl

Moderator

Member since 15 October 2018

Port Louis, Port Louis

Cheryl

25 February 2022 06:49:15

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Cheryl

25 February 2022 06:49:15

10571

Port Louis, Port Louis

Hello raffaellona,

please note that this thread is old and you may not get any answer from the OP.

I suggest that you create a new thread on the China forum to be able to ask your questions.

Cheers,

Cheryl
Expat.com team

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