Are Paris area children back to school yet?

Question

Might have some time over the next few weekends to visit and I was wondering if kids will be out and about during the day.

Answer 1

yes they are back to school since yesterday tuesday 3rd !

Answer 2

Don't worry, they are all back at school and the only happy screams you will hear will come from the school

playground !

Bonnes vacances !

Answer 3

They are back to school. At least those who go to "regular" schools with no special calendar.

Answer 4

Yes they are !

Back-to-school day was Sept. 4th for most schools.

Visit : http://www.education.gouv.fr/calendrier....

for a complet overview of the 2007-2008 school holiday calendar.

As far as school holidays are concerned, France is divided in 3 zones in order to avoid major trafic jams.

During the week, most schools are closed on wednesdays, saturdays and sundays, as well as bank holidays.

Enjoy your stay !