Jul 9, 2017 · Tackling the French education system? Find out the 10 biggest differences between French and British schools. 1. Formal schooling starts at six years in France, although in reality little children are learning from four years old

Dec 23, 2020 · Dreaming of turning a neglected old French property into your perfect home? Here are the average costs to help you plan. Even with careful planning, renovation costs and timescales can often spiral out of control.

Feb 13, 2017 · In France there is a president and a prime minister, a National Assembly and a Senate and elections are held in two rounds. Confused? Here’s our quick guide to the French political system

Oct 24, 2018 · A cauchemar (nightmare) was long thought to be a creature that would come at night and sit on sleepers’ chests, stopping them from breathing correctly. In Occitanie, the creature was a female witch-like figure called Sarramauca. In Occitan language, sarramauca means “to tighten the chest/stomach” and refers to feelings of breathlessness and choking.

Jul 22, 2021 · The cachet of these areas is reflected in high property prices, but you can find better value on their northern fringes, such as around the turquoise Verdon gorges in Var or communities just outside the Luberon regional park.

Jan 30, 2017 · On 2 February the French celebrate La Chandeleur with a delicious crêpe and some odd traditions… What is La Chandeleur? La Chandeleur (Candlemas or Crêpe Day) is celebrated in France on 2 February, 40 days after Christmas Day, and sees people young and old tuck into delicious pancakes.

Jul 11, 2023 · Averages are often everything, although some schools are starting to assess students on their competencies instead. In middle school (collège) and high school (lycée) your child will take regular tests and be marked out of 20.A score above 10 means they are likely to pass their exams and below means they may not.

Aug 25, 2023 · Caen is a historic city famous for its beautiful castle, the Château de Caen, which was built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century and became the favourite residence of the Dukes of Normandy and the Kings of England.The castle is now home to two museums, the Musée de Normandie and the Musée des Beaux-Arts, which showcase the history and art of this beautiful northern region.

Sep 1, 2021 · Brush up your human anatomy vocabulary and expand your knowledge of French idioms at the same time. Ne pas avoir la langue dans sa poche. Literal translation: To not have your tongue in your pocket

Apr 8, 2021 · 21 of the best free websites, podcasts and apps to use to improve your French in 2021