Where should I move in England?????

[Amaryah]

Hi there!

I'm a teacher in Bristol and though some people are dead set against the city, I quite like it.

I imagine that you will find that it is a culture shock wherever you go in England. The schools aren't the same, and behaviour is going to be an issue wherever you teach.

It's taken me about 4 years to get used to teaching/living here (I'm slow to adapt apparently) but I really like the school I'm in now, and have found that it's one of the first schools that values my skills as a teacher (I've taught in schools in Wiltshire, Bath, Somerset, South Gloucestershire, and Bristol).

I find Bristol has loads of theatres, and concerts every night of the week. I suggest you look at the Venue magazine online. It might give you an idea about some of the things to do locally. Quite a number of Canadian musicians end up playing here too, which is nice.

Bristol's not really 'beachy', but it's not wildly far from some really nice beaches. I'd recommend getting a car if you are planning on staying for any length of time as public transportation can be a bit 'pants'.

Any other questions, let me know.

[Ashley Y]

Hi all,
I am getting ready to move to England in Sept 09 to teach as well. I have been given a supply contract in the Bexley/Bexleyheath area. I am wondering if I should live there or another town close by like Greenwich. Any thoughts/information on the area would be appreciated.

Thanks.