Hi Ben, thank you for your response. It's good to know there is something set up there for my kids to at least gain a social experience but as you say, they also need to learn academically and a certain standard of formality is required. I have no idea what to expect as the info available on-line is limited. How long have you been there for? Do you live there permanently? I'd like to know how you progress with your private teacher, this is an excellent idea and possibly other parents in the area might also be interested in a private tutor - I know I would, although we are not set to move for a while. Thanks again for taking the time to respond. Cheers, Faye