T
HE FRENCH
education system
is well funded,
highly respected
and viewed as
quite fun by many British
children who are now part
of it. In fact along with other
lifestyle benefits it's a major
reason why many families
relocate to France.
If you're thinking of
making the move then it can
be reassuring to hear from
others who have already
completed the transition.
Didi Hawkins, a Leggett agent
in Bouresse, near Poitiers,
has plenty of experience and
useful advice. She has seen her
four children - then aged 6,
8,10 and 12 - join the French
system.
"When they arrived none of
them could speak French. But
if you inspire confidence in
them, they will adapt well," says
Didi. "With the 6-year old it was
especially easy because they
soak up everything so rapidly
at that age. I would advise that
you make the move when your
Top of the class
Moving from an
English to a French
school may seem
difficult, but many
British children
have found it to be a
positive experience
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