The school provides helpful and very interesting interaction with Europeans. I knew that if I ever had a problem I could go to the Resident Director. Also, the afternoon programs were interesting and gave us a broader perspective on Germany and its language. I found speaking to children a fast way of learning. TV and newspapers helped very much also.
Travel is a piece of cake to all destinations in Europe.
Both are challenging but very helpful in developing language skills. They did so many things they didn't have to, like taking us on trips to nearby cities and doing our laundry. They threw me a birthday party and allowed me to invite friends from school. I felt sorry for a friend who was in a different program that allowed for little family contact. But then I discovered that if I simply tried my best and was not always worried about accuracy, I could really communicate.