Annecy / Aix-en-Provence - moving with kids - seeing advice

Last activity 02 May 2017 by JaneTesa

3015 Views

2 replies

Post new topic

JaneTesaMember02 May 2017 00:19:10

Dear All

We are a family of 4 and have 2 kids ages 2.5 and 4.5 years old. We will be spending next year in France and have an option to stay either in Aix-en-Provence or Annecy. We are US citizens but also hold EU passports. We won't be working in France. I hope you can help me answer the following questions:

Schools - we are looking to enroll our children in preschool/kindergarden. Preferably public (they both are fluent in French). How does the school enrollment work? What documents do we need (lease, immunization records, IDs..anything else? When do we need to apply? If we miss the application deadline can we still get in? (we most likely be moving in August but it might be September)

Is Aix or Annecy a better place to live with kids? I appreciate any info about these two cities

Apartment - could you recommend a local property agent (in both towns) who could help us secure an apartment?

I very much appreciate your help

Jane

STEFFIFIViP02 May 2017 20:35:14

11022

Hello,

For schools, the problem is you need to have already an address to make the registration at school. Indeed, in France, schools depend of your home location.

So, it would be better to come the earliest possible.

Concerning Aix-en-Provence and Annecy, there are both beautiful and nice to live but it depends about what you want/like. Are you more mountains or Provence, cigals, sun and heat?

JaneTesaMember02 May 2017 21:46:51

Thank you very much for taking the time to reply. I'm most concerned about my kids and would love the place we ultimately choose be safe, family friendly and overall best for my children.

Articles to help you in your expat project in France

A Student's Guide to Clubbing in Paris
Paris is probably the worst city you can go to if you don't have friends and only a guide book for nightlife ...
Income tax in France
It's well known that France has one of the highest tax rates in the European Union, although not as high as ...
Getting around Lille
Situated in the heart of France's northeastern rail network, Lille is well-connected by rail to London, ...
Accommodation in Toulouse
Located in southwestern France, in the Occitanie region, Toulouse is known as "la Ville Rose" (the Pink ...
Working Holiday Visa in France for Australians
A true love affair has developed between Australians and France. The reasons for this are numerous but often ...
Working in Bordeaux
Located in the Gironde region of southwestern France, Bordeaux is one of the country's largest cities. This ...
Getting around Bordeaux
Located along the Garonne River, Bordeaux is a dynamic and vibrant city with excellent connections to the rest of ...
How to Get Your Sport On in France
I am an incorrigible sportif. A total addict. I’ll play any game, with anyone, anywhere. It’s just ...