Most children of all ages adapt well to living in Grenada. There are a few guidelines that might make the adjustment a little easier on you and your children. The SO group has a family coordinator, who is available to help with the transition.Formula is not too expensive here. However, baby foods, disposable diapers, diaper wipes and ointments are expensive. Bring as much as you can from home. If you have visitors ask them to bring some down with them also.The school has given the SO group a small building on Grand Anse campus as a retreat. Currently, most SOs with children meet there on Tuesday mornings for a playgroup session, and again on Thursdays for a beach outing. The building, called the Grand Anse Playgroup or the GAP, is a nice place to hang out in the air-conditioning while waiting for laundry to finish. A key is available from the security gate at Grand Anse. All SOs are welcome to use the GAP at any time, not just SOs with kids. Some children attend the Westmoreland Private School. There is also a Mennonite run school in the Limes neighborhood. Home schooling is also a popular choice here on the island. Contact the family coordinator for more information on school choices.

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