{"id":11060,"date":"2025-12-16T09:46:08","date_gmt":"2025-12-16T09:46:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/preprod.sts-education.com\/blog\/2026\/03\/05\/emma-went-on-exchange-to-france\/"},"modified":"2026-04-14T10:22:05","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T10:22:05","slug":"emma-went-on-exchange-to-france","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sts-education.com\/pl\/szkola-srednia\/uczniowie-na-wymianie\/historie-uczniow\/emma-went-on-exchange-to-france\/","title":{"rendered":"Emma Went On Exchange To France"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Emma went on exchange to France<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Emma from Austria spent her exchange in France.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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My host family<\/h2>\n

I was lucky to stay with a really nice host family. My host parents were both still young, in their 30s, and my host brother was 7 years old. I got on really well with my brother and we played together. Whether it was board games, football, painting together or long walks. I was welcomed into their family with open arms and I quickly felt at home. The extended family also welcomed me warmly and I attended two family celebrations and even stayed overnight with my grandparents once. I also got on really well with my little cousin and we still keep in close contact.<\/p>\n

School life<\/h2>\n

I must say that I was a little nervous at first because I thought French school days would be extremely long and strict, but it was actually the complete opposite. My schedule was relatively short, and the teachers were considerate of me, or I simply occupied myself with my own things. School was where I made most of my friends. I always enjoyed having lunch together in the school canteen, even if it wasn't always the best. The lessons flew by, and I even gave a presentation once. Fortunately, I only had to take tests in a few subjects because I didn't stay that long.<\/p>\n

My free time<\/h2>\n

After school, I often went into town and sat in a caf\u00e9 to read or strolled through the shops. I also often met up with friends or did things with my host family. I also joined a volleyball club. That was the best decision ever. I always had the best time there. The girls were super nice and it was always great fun. I would recommend everyone to find a hobby during their exchange.<\/p>\n

Excursions<\/h2>\n

My host family took me on lots of trips and showed me some parts of Normandy. For example, on my first weekend we went to Mont Saint Michel and \u00c9tretat, among other places. During the autumn holidays, I travelled to Paris with STS, where I made lots of new friends and went on some fun trips. My host family then came to visit me in Paris and we spent the rest of the week sightseeing together.<\/p>\n

My farewell<\/h2>\n

Unfortunately, I had to go back after the autumn holidays. I spent my second-to-last evening, Halloween, with friends watching a relaxing film and playing games. My last day was spent with my entire extended family so that I could say goodbye to everyone. After everyone had left, I spent a fun and emotional evening with my host family before they took me to the airport the next day.<\/p>\n

My experience<\/h2>\n

I would encourage anyone who is considering doing an exchange to go for it. My exchange \u2013 even though it wasn't particularly long \u2013 had a huge impact on me and I grew a lot. I met so many great people during my two months in France and immersed myself in a whole new culture. It was fantastic. If I could, I would still be there or experience it all over again.<\/p>\n

Be brave. It's okay to be afraid, the important thing is to do it anyway!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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