How do I convince my mom to let me go on an exchange year to France?

Question

I'd be a 16 year old high school junior when i'd go, i'd stay with a host family and attend a catholic school. She's afraid about my safety and her not being there to look after me. How do I convince her I'll be fine?

Answer 1

Tough one as your not staying for a few weeks in france but a whole year?

If i was you i would make sure you run her through everything. Try to get your Teacher or if you like a previous student you know who went on an exchange before to explain to her what it is like and how safe it is and what it all involves and how parents can get involved.

Tell her that this is part of your learning experience and you would really appreciated if she let you have the chance to learn another language which could be beneficial to your future aspirations such as work, university etc.