From the 16th to 19th centuries, Jersey was home to a number of French religious refugees, possibly up to 4,000 at a time.
In the first half of the 19th century, tax advantages and a better climate saw a boom in Jersey's population.
Before 1851 and 1921, Jersey's population fell significantly, but the number of French people rose by more than 3,000.
7% of the population was born in Portugal, conspicuously from Madeira Autonomous Region, a sister province, the largest overseas place of birth.
noun: Jerseyman, Jerseywoman, Jèrriais, Jèrriaise adjective: Jersey Indigenous Jersey-Normans and those of British and French descent.
Portuguese commonly spoken by migrant workers and is sometimes found in written form, e.g. government informational signs.
82% of children in state schools achieve their reading targets – the UK average is 90%.