Hi,
My name is Marja, currently living in Russia but moving with my family to Mauritius in August.
Our daughters (15 and 12) will enroll in an IB school. The choice seems to be between Le Bocage and Northfields and I have read great reviews on both on various forums and blogs, which is great of course!
However, a few questions remain and I would very much welcome feedback from other parents!
1. Am I right in believing that NIS keeps a northern hemnisphere timetable, starting term 1 in August? Le Bocage seems to start in January, which brings up the issue of delayed start including when going to uni in Europe. Anyone who had to make this decision and can share the experience?
2. I read a comment that students at NIS speak mostly French among themselves. Not so great for my daughters who don't speak French yet. Can anyone confirm? Assuming this is not the case at Le Bocage?
3. We will be living in Floreal and from what I understand the drive to the north takes a very long time due to slow traffic. Have any new roads opened yet to make this quicker? Would it be reasonable to assume it would take about an hour each way on school runs?
A lot of questions, I know, but I would be very happy with any feedback from you! Thanks!
Marja