Really interested to read about your concerns for your son. This is my first post on the forum as we're looking into all the pros and cons of moving to France with our son who is 7 too. Also I am a primary teacher here and would be very keen to find out if there is any sort of market for tutoring children in English as a possible source of income. Reading your post I wanted to shout, "I can help!!" but it looks like you've had plenty of sound advice. If you have a moment I would be very keen to hear your thoughts and any suggestions. We're considering the Lot-Garonne area for moving but it depends on opportunities for buying a gite as well as tutoring/teaching. Anyone with any advice they can give would be welcome. Jackie