1. MontpellierMarch 2017

2. FOCUS This is a STUDY TRIP Language Immersion is the main aim
Host families
Language course
Language focused activities at most destinations – bring a dictionary!
Emphasis on interacting in French

3. TIMINGS
OUTBOUND: Date: 28th March 2017 UK coach transfers are not provided Check in: London Gatwick (South Terminal) Arrive at Gatwick Flight no. Departs: London Gatwick (South Terminal) Arrives INBOUND: Date: 1st April 2017 Check in: Montpellier Airport Flight no. Departs: Montpellier Airport Arrive: London Gatwick (South Terminal) Emergency contact number: UK coach transfers are not provided – there will be a limited number of minibus spaces.

4. Transfers
There will be limited space available on the school minibus with Fr Martin for up to 10 students with luggage. It would be really helpful if those who are able to, could make their own way to Gatwick.
We do not provide any transfers on our return to the UK.

5. ACCOMMODATION Host family details to be passed on to you today.
Your first meal will be with your host family that evening
Make conversation!
Try the food!

6. ETIQUETTE
Take a present for the host family. Also consider a parting gift.
Address people as Monsieur, Madame or Mademoiselle
Take pictures of your family/home/hometown/holiday
Take something about school
If you have a pastime that can ‘fit in the case’ take it along to create interaction with the host family.

7. ITINERARY – Tues Arrive in Montpellier
Meet LSF Rep and transfer to school
Meet families and return to homes to settle in.
Have evening meal with families– IN FRENCH!

8. ITINERARY – Weds 08.45 Meet language school (LSF)
09.00 – Language Academy Lessons
14.00 – Guided walking tour of Montpellier
16.30 – Bowling
Evening meal with host families

9. ITINERARY – Thurs Breakfast with your host family Meeting 08.45 LSF
09.00 – Language Academy Lessons
Dégustation des produits régionaux
16.00 – Treasure Hunt!
Evening meal with your host family

10. ITINERARY – Friday Breakfast with your host family Meeting 08.45 LSF
09.00 – Language Academy Lessons
13.30 – visit to Nîmes
Evening meal with your host family

11. ITINERARY – Sat Breakfast and pack
Spend day with hosts. Make sure you have some money left for lunch and food for the day. (You will only be given breakfast by your host)
Return to Gatwick Airport – Due to land at
There is no return transport to SGC.

12. CLOTHING
It may be warmish but there could be chilly days / evenings so please dress appropriately
Not all hosts provide towels. Bring one!
Please bring a Day Bag
Swimming:
Bring towel and swimmers just in case!

14. SPENDING MONEY
Around 100€ to cover lunches, postcards and souvenirs

15. REMOTE SUPERVISION
Pupils are never to go anywhere alone – groups of 3 minimum
A meeting point will be given – TIMES ARE NON-NEGOTIABLE
All pupils will have the host family details and a contact number for staff
NB: Camera / phone. Beware of roaming costs etc.

16. BEHAVIOUR Look out for each other Follow instructions at all times
Behave appropriately and respectfully
School behaviour policy is still valid.

17. AOB European Health Insurance Cards Passport Numbers please!
Visas – non EU passport holders
Emergency number TBC
Host family details.

18. Any Questions?