Grewars
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'Scottish teacher' here quoted from earlier!
Lots of sage statements - this is a very useful forum for me. I am trying to secure empolyment before we move, and my kids are not at the ideal age; however we all like the idea of moving to France. Visited many times - have friends north of Paris we have seen in both countries - enjoyed the glory that is 'Formule 1' - and I feel now is the appropriate time to live life to the full. Lots of decisions lie ahead with many family discussions to come.... Each family is in their own situation and all we others can do is offer our experiences and advice, I believe. (Almost sounds intelligent - and just finished reading Camus - what is happening!?)
Bonne journee
Donald
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Thanks to all respondents to date - the Geneva idea is a possibilty. Times Ed is my regular Friday port of call. I'll look at their thougths on International applications.
Thanks again....
Donald
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Many thanks Nina - and congratulations on 'going for it'. Sounds like your flexible approach was spot on.
I'll pursue the Angouleme suggestion. Now off to the bank manageress to discuss various things!?
Bonne journee
Donald
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Thanks for that Susan - which area are you in?
I would think a move to a decent-sized town (or city) is the most sensible option. I've visited most and favs so far are Bordeaux and Toulouse, although southern area is not a prerequisite. Any thoughts?
Thanks again
Donald
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Susan and Pat,
Thanks for the replies. I am contemplating getting a TEFL qualification, and I had heard the same about employment in that arena. Pat, the idea of the house sale is definitely worthy of consideration... oh just to ignore all the questions and move! However, we try to be rational beings most of the time!?
Donald
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Points taken - and not in a hostile manner!
I have been trying to secure a teaching job to avoid the 'up sticks' scenario. No joy to date. France is the only country I wish to move to. Love the country, language, culture. Great for kids to broaden life experience, broaden horizons. For my wife and I, I feel a major urge to 'go for it'. You only live once. Don't want the death-bed scenario of 'if only....'. (It is not easy to formulate all these thoughts coherently!...)
On the other hand, obviously lots to consider for the children. Also, I feel I want to move to France - not retire to France.
We have moved from US in 1993, after I lived there for 8 years - is it a genetic thing?!
Regards
Donald
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Just read the other suggested threads - what a valuable source of info!! Lots to think about... can't wait for more thoughts from the forum.. merci mille fois!
Donald
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Many thanks to all who have replied - Chris please feel free to let loose!
The very frank replies are exactly what I seek. I think about this on a daily basis. My wife is very talented in interior design and I know would rise to the challenge of an interior renovation. My kids are up for it also, however I know they may think differently if hit with everything at once! They are not fluent, but have a familiarity with the language and are bright (says the totally neutral father!). I am competent but not fluent - however after a month or two....
Lots of questions and thoughts! Thanks and keep it coming please - you only live once!!
Donald
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Bonjour!
First email from me - here goes..
We are a family of 4 : my wife, two children (ages 14 and 11) and me. I am a secondary school Maths teacher and my wife is an Arts development officer for the local council. We currently live south of Aberdeen. For the last year we have been trying to secure a move to France. The International school job market is very limited, and I am frustrated at our lack of progress. We visit France regularly and I feel it is approaching the 'now or never' phase. This is a permanent move we seek. Any thoughts or advice will be very gratefully received.
Thanks in advance
Donald C. Grewar
p.s. Job offers considered also!
Good sites for property in/near Paris to rent/own !?
in Finding/Owning French Property
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Hello all
'Scottish teacher' here, as I was fondly named on a previous visit!
We may have jobs in a bilingual school, 'Ecole Active Bilingue' - probably centred around the 15th arrondissement. Jobs would commence August '07. I am trying to research house/apartment options in and around Paris - to within a 25 mile radius ideally. Does anyone know any good sites or contacts to improve the efficiency of my search?
Many thanks in advance
Donald Grewar