a large orange-clad crowd have gathered on the streets and canals of Amsterdam to celebrate Kings Day (April 27th)

Language & Culture

A language course with extensive attention to Dutch culture and customs.


  • đŸšĩ   Beginner friendly
  • 🌷   Refresher for advanced learners

What does the popularity of swimming lessons have to do with the 1953 North Sea flood disaster?

And what happens when your colleague treats you to "beschuit met muisjes" (a Dutch treat)?

Topics like these are discussed in the lessons. Additionally, everyday themes such as current events, work, leisure, health, and living in the Netherlands are covered.

A fun challenge

This course consists of interactive classroom lessons where participants are challenged in all language skills (reading, writing, speaking, listening). The lessons professionally and effectively focus on expanding vocabulary and the foundational structures of the language: grammar.

Course materials

This is a form of blended learning, consisting of a theory/workbook, worksheets, and e-learning.

What's in the course?

Skills

  • 📖 reading: everyday texts such as advertisements, menus, and timetables
  • đŸ–Šī¸ writing: simple notes and messages
  • 👂 hearing: everyday expressions and the most commonly used words
  • đŸ—Ŗī¸ speaking: about simple and everyday tasks and familiar topics

Themes such as

  • 🚲 Culture
  • đŸ–Ĩī¸ â›ĩ History
  • 🤝 Social etiquette
  • 🙋 Customs

A language course with extensive attention to Dutch culture and customs.

â„šī¸   Upon request, the focus may be shifted towards specific skills like speaking or writing.

I took a course with Marieke for a year. She has a great way of teaching the Dutch language, which is why I learned a lot. The lessons were interactive and never boring, and you were always welcomed with a big smile!
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Anna Palenyik

Language & Culture

A language course with extensive attention to Dutch culture and customs.

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