France, the Netherlands and Australia are the top countries in the world for expats raising children but expats often have to choose between financial gain and child friendly locations, research shows.
Countries which provide expats with the greatest benefits in terms of salary and economic rewards don't always provide the best quality of life for children and families, according to the 2011 HSBC Expat Explorer survey.
The findings of the world's largest global survey of expats reveal that the countries which offer the greatest benefits in terms of overall wealth, disposable income, and luxuries for expats are often those in which it is hardest for families to integrate and in which standards of childcare and general health and wellbeing are lower.
The Raising Children Abroad league table ranks countries on three main factors important for expat parents: childcare, health and wellbeing, and integration. It shows that children in the top three countries appear to lead a much healthier lifestyle. They are more likely to be spending more time outdoors and playing sport.
Source: ExpatForum.com
