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INFORMATION: The exchange is organised by the Association Bordeaux-Bristol. It is aimed at schoolchildren between the ages of 14 and 18 (Years 9 or 10 to Year 13). Schools from Bristol and the surrounding area can take part, as can schools in Bordeaux and Aquitaine; applicants from Arcachon, Bayonne and the Landes are eligible too, hence the name of the exchange:  Echanges Scolaires Bordeaux-Aquitaine-Bristol. It is founded on a principle of reciprocity: you agree to host a French teenager on the same basis as the French family hosts your child.

We will try to find the best possible match for your child – as we have been doing for over 75 years – giving equal weight to their interests, personality, family, and age. So it is important to fill in this form as fully and accurately as possible. Sections such as Interests & hobbies and Character/personality are crucial in the final matching; it is in your interest to complete them with care, giving as much detail as possible. The guidelines at the end of this document may help.

We would also like your child to attach a letter of introduction (English is fine but it can also be written in French or a bit of both) saying something about themselves, their interests, likes and dislikes and perhaps what they are hoping to get out of the exchange.

Parents can add a comment if they wish on a separate sheet.

N.B. Two children from the same family cannot receive exchange partners at the same time.

         There are no mixed exchanges: girls exchange with girls, boys with boys.

 Parents on both sides are asked to provide a DBS check (= Extrait du casier judiciaire)

DATES:

FIRST LEG (English students in France):  4^th April to 18^th April 2026   (may vary according to flights)

SECOND LEG (French students in England):  4^th July to 18^th July 2026  

Cost : 950€

Updated: 2025/12/02…………………..