Just an update. Charlie has started at the Lycee in Riberac. A few 'Kevin' moments to begin with, but she has made friends and has settled in better than we ever expected. The headmistress has warned us there is resentment amongst some of the teachers because the Brits have pushed up house prices, thus pricing locals out of the market. Charlotte had already identified these unhelpful teachers. She doesn't take it personally. She will repeat a year next year rather than this, and Charlie is happy with this. For now, things are looking positive. Jackie