i think it comes down to how old are the children that r going into a school and what system have they been taught with previously and what r ur long term plans .. for example .. we're australian (british system), eldest child in yr 3, will be returning to aust in a few yrs .... for us there was not really an option. and it depends how long are u prepared to hang and wait for a spot at a particular school? or do u fill in applications for more than 1 ... ur decision!! good luck