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Mysterious City of Gods comes to City of Light

Some 450 pre-Columbian pieces in Quai Branly museum.

France country factbook

Includes geography, people, government, economy and transnational issues.

Scandals from the 'The Wild West of Politics'

Basil Howitt on criminal investigations in the coastal resorts.

Renting in Paris

Useful information on renting accommodation in Paris.

Moving your marriage abroad

Relocating can have a big impact on your relationship.

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13/10/2009 Introducing the International Baccalaureate Diploma

The International Baccalaureate Diploma is recognised as an international pre-university education preparing students for a globally competitive age.

15/09/2009 Imagining the school of the future

When David Willows asked children in his class to imagine the future they pictured a colourful place where schoolteachers would only be required to...

27/03/2009 The pieces that simply will not fit

In a moving piece about his 'school refuser' son, David Willows ponders on the assumptions we make about a family's life path.

15/02/2009 Women into Management: the glass ceiling is only cracked

Dr Brenda Despontin, Principal at The British School of Brussels, appraises the success of women in the modern workplace.

02/02/2009 Breaking down barriers at Paris elite school

France is taking a second look at education prospects for its black and Arab minorities that would allow them to rise to the top.

22/09/2008 French schools thrive on British children

In the Dordogne not only do the schools welcome the children with open arms, they also provide them with French lessons.

11/06/2008 A guide to the French education system

An overview of the school system and an introduction to the French educational philosophy plus the documentation required.

Inside Expatica
Do the recent healthcare changes affect you?

Do the recent healthcare changes affect you?

Our expert Steven Grover delves into the murky waters of French healthcare for expats and asks how recent changes affect them?

Assurance Vie - An expatriate’s guide

Assurance Vie - An expatriate’s guide

Tax and estate planning figure prominently in the list of priorities of many financially secure expatriate residents of France.

Clubs, groups and associations in France

Clubs, groups and associations in France

From Gaelic clubs to Canadian Alumni organisations, there is bound to be an English-speaking club for you in France.

Should I buy or rent in France?

Should I buy or rent in France?

This is what you need to consider when making an early choice between purchasing or renting accommodation in France.