STUDENT EXCHANGE
Teigan Collister Year 11 Looking back I realise how much excitement there was in the build-up to going away. After the nerves settled I made a close connection with my host sister, Coline, and her parents and two brothers. Going to school was, surprisingly, one of my favourite things - apart from having to wake up early on dark, freezing cold winter mornings. Although the language barrier was very apparent at the beginning of my stay, friends were more than happy to help and I soon felt at home. Leaving was harder than I thought it would be, because of all the friendships I had made and the experiences I had shared.
Épinal Lorraine France
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Lucy Waterson Year 11 I went on an eight-week exchange to Bordeaux, where I attended school. I also travelled throughout France. It was without a doubt one of the most amazing experiences I have had. Not only did I have the chance to improve my language skills and independence, I was able to make a lifelong friend of my host sister and she has since come to stay with me and attend Wenona. I can’t recommend highly enough that younger year students participate in an exchange if they can!
Bordeaux Aquitaine France
Cate Carson Year 11 I went on exchange to a small town called La Sauve, about 40 minutes from Bordeaux. At first it was very hard as there was a language barrier. But I soon learned how to communicate and get over this barrier. I learned so much and it was character-building. Overall it was a great experience and I made friends that I will have for life.
La Sauve Aquitaine France