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Originally Posted by explorer04
We have the opportunity to live in Spain due to my husband's job. The area we live in is completely up to us. I've read many threads about the 'best' expat communities in Spain, but none mention children.
Although we do intend to learn the language, we would still want a larger English speaking community to help the children adapt better.
Can anyone share some knowledge or experience about where there are expat communities that are not just for retirees, but also have expat children and are near a good international school in Spain?
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There are certainly areas where there are expat communities, notably in the Costa Del Sol, and moving up through to Torrevieja, Benidorm, Javea.
International schools in Spain:
National Association of British Schools in Spain - Site Under construction -
Its only my personal opinion, but depending on your childrens age, wouldn't it help them to adapt more if they were exposed to the Spanish language a lot? If they are younger then they will become bilingual very quickly which in itself will be a major skill to grow up with.
Wherever you choose along the costas in general you will find expat communities .... in some places it is like little Britain. Maybe consider going somewhere less British so you can get the best of both worlds? You really need to come over here and look at the areas though, because they vary so much and you may find yourself living in an area that you dont like.