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LEARNING THE DUTCH LANGUAGE

INSIDE THIS BOOKLET
1. INTRODUCTION 2
2. PART I - LEARNING DUTCH AS A REQUIREMENT 3
2.1. Dutch language as a requirement to enter the Netherlands 3
2.2. Dutch as a requirement to stay in the Netherlands 4
2.2.1. The naturalisation exam (Het inburgeringsexamen) 4
2.3. Integration facilities for everyone 6
2.4. Integration Budget 7
2.5. Useful websites to learn more about inburgering in Holland 7
3. PART II - DUTCH LANGUAGE FOR SELF-DEVELOPMENT,
CAREER ADVANCEMENT OR HOBBY 8
3.1. A wide variety 8
3.2. How do you begin ? 9
3.3. Dutch for beginners. Intensive language course offered through
ACCESS The Hague 10
3.4. Learning Dutch by yourself 11
3.5. A Voluntary organization that helps you to feel at home 12
3.6. Classes for children 12
4. LIST OF LANGUAGE SCHOOLS WITH CONTACT POINTS AND BRIEF
DESCRIPTION BY LOCATION 13

BOOKS AND INTERNET SITES CONSULTED 23

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LEARNING THETHE DUTCH
DUTCH LANGUAGE
LANGUAGE

1. INTRODUCTION
The ability to communicate in the spoken language where one is living, whether
temporarily or in a long term, makes life much easier, opens the door to the
local labor market and, undoubtedly, helps to integrate the new comer into the
taken society. On the other hand, a basic knowledge of the Dutch language has
recently become, for some non EU citizens, a prerequisite for obtaining visa and
authorization to stay in the Netherlands.

If you are living in the Netherlands, learning Dutch is important, not only when
looking for a job, but also for integrating rapidly into the society. There are
endless advantages to learn, at least, the basis of Dutch, e.g. to shop easily,
meet new friends, to read ads and actually understand them, to ask directions in
the street, and even provide help when needed.

There are numerable language schools in the Netherlands offering Dutch lessons
and preparation for the exams. We have gathered the most valuable
information for you to get an overall insight of the options you have to learn
Dutch in the Netherlands. We hope that these brief entries, arranged
alphabetically by location, will save you time and help you to evaluate wisely
your options.

WHAT CAN YOU FIND IN THIS BOOKLET

The first part of the booklet deals with the Dutch language as a requirement,
either for obtaining permission to enter or stay in the Netherlands (Machtiging
tot Voorlopig Verblijf) or for purposes of work or study. It also explains what the
NT2 examination is and how you can go about obtaining this qualification.

The second and main part of the booklet consists of a list of language schools/
institutes. The list is by no means comprehensive, and the amount of
information given varies, but we have tried to check that all of the contact
details in the booklet are accurate.

The third part is an acknowledgement of the sources we have consulted. Other

ACCESS information booklets that are available for purchase are also included.

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2. PART I - DUTCH LANGUAGE AS A REQUIREMENT

2.1. Dutch language as a requirement to enter the Netherlands

The Civic Integration Act came into force in the Netherlands on 1 January
2007. The Act stipulates that everyone who immigrates to the Netherlands and
lives in the Netherlands must learn the Dutch language and have an
understanding of the workings of Dutch society. This is referred to as civic
integration. Immigrants who are required to follow this process are considered
to be subject to civic integration. They must pass the Civic Integration
Examination. In some cases the immigrant can be exempt from civic
integration requirement under the Civic Integration Act, but must still have
passed the civic integration examination as a requirement to obtain a certain
type of permanent residence permit or to qualify for continued residence. The
local authorities can inform you whether you must undergo civic integration
and what you must do to obtain the civic integration certificate.

Nationals from the EU/EEA, Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, New Zealand,
Switzerland and United States, and temporary knowledge migrants do not have
to fulfil this requirement. Family members of EU citizens may also be excluded
of this examination.

2.1.1. Civil integration abroad

This examination tests a person’s basic knowledge of the Dutch language and
Dutch society. The examination is taken orally in Dutch at the Dutch Embassy
or Dutch Consulate General abroad. The cost for taking the examination is
currently EUR 350. The examination consists of two parts. Part 1 tests the
person’s knowledge of Dutch society. While looking at an illustrated booklet,
the person being tested is asked a number of questions by telephone. The
questions are about such topics as the history of the Netherlands and its form
of government. Part 2 tests the person’s knowledge of the Dutch language.
This part includes the repetition of sentences and the answering of brief
questions.

You can find detailed information about the civic integration examination and
the conditions for exemption on the website of the Immigration and

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Naturalisation Service (IND): www.ind.nl

A brochure explaining all the steps to take this exam, can be found at:
www.ind.nl/en/Images/bro_inburgering_tcm6-105967.pdf

More information about the education pack can be found at:

www.naarnederland.nl

A registration form for the civic integration examination abroad can be found
at: http://inburgeringsformulier.minbuzamail.nl/civic/en/

2.2. Dutch as a requirement to stay in the

Netherlands

If you are planning to stay long in the Netherlands, it is very important to take
part in Dutch society. For this reason, the Dutch Government has laid down the
necessary agreements in an Act, the ‘Integration Act’. This Act determines that
integration is compulsory for most people who come to live in the Netherlands.
In addition, integration can be compulsory for people who have lived in the
Netherlands for some time. The Government provide the courses for all the
persons in the need to do the inburgering.
There are several ways to do the inburgering: Integration exam
(Inburgeringsexamen), State exam (staatsexamens NT2), Vocational diploma
(beroepsonderwijs), and the short exemption test (De korte vrijstellingstoets)

2.2.1. The naturalisation exam

(Het inburgeringsexamen)

If you want to become a Dutch National, you will have to take this exam. In the
course preparation for it you will learn more than the Dutch language, but also
about the life in the Netherlands. The cost of this exam is currently 230 euros
approx. For more information, go to:
www.ind.nl/en/Images/bro_inburg_buitenland_tcm6-150503.pdf

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2.2.2. The State NT2 (De staatsexamens NT2)

The NT2 State Examination is taken under the auspices of the Dutch Ministry of
Education, Culture and Sciences. The examination is intended for adults and
young adults from foreign countries, who would like to work or study in The
Netherlands. The examination will result in a diploma, which shows the owner
has sufficient grasp of the Dutch language to either start a Dutch study course
or a job.

The NT2 State Examination consists of two programmes:

Exam Programme I: For people who are looking for a
course or job in The Netherlands at a lower level, but
are still above the unskilled labour level.
Exam Programme II: For people who have previously
taken a course, which will able them to follow a course
at either an intermediate or higher level, or to be
completed at that level.

With reference to the Common European Framework of

Reference for Languages of the European Board, both
exam programmes are at level B, "independent user".

Both exams are divided into four main exam sections: reading, listening, oral
and writing. These four exam sections are all independently examined. Each
section will be concluded with a certificate, providing a satisfactory result has
been achieved. Four certificates for one programme will entitle the student to
a NT2 State Examination Diploma (I of II)

The NT2 State Examination can only be taken in The Netherlands.

For more info about the exam, materials to study, list of institutions offering
training for the NT2 go to:

www.expertisecentrumnt2.nl

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2.2.3. The vocational diploma (Het

diploma beroepsonderwijs)

This option is designed for the foreigners who aside their

wish to learn Dutch, also want vocational training. It is a
longer program than the others, since the student will get
more than language lessons; it demands time to learn well
the chosen theme. After approving successfully the vocational
exam, you get a professional qualification. (MBO-1 and
MBO-2).

2.2.4 The short exemption test

(De korte vrijstellingstoets)

You can take the short exemption test when you already know the language, you
can understand it and make yourself understood without additional lessons. You
should already know much of about the Netherlands.

The examinations are held several times a year at various locations in the
Netherlands. You need to have registered and to have paid the registration fee
before a certain date, to be able to take the examination.

For more information about all this examinations, contact the City Hall at the place
where you live. For a complete list, go to:
http://almanak.overheid.nl/

2.3. Integration facilities for

everyone

The Dutch Government aims for all newcomers to learn the language if they plan to
stay here, even if they are not obliged to inburgering. A frequent case it will be a
citizen from any country of the European Union who have decided to come and live
in the Netherlands, even when they are not required by law to learn the language,
it is highly recommended for them to do so, in order they can adapt easily and

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quickly to the society. For these persons, there is also the possibility to obtain
financial help from the social services to do the course. For more info, contact the
social services of the city hall.

For Amsterdam, see:

www.inburgering.amsterdam.nl/.

For The Hague, call (070) 302 6000 or visit the website:
www.inburgerendenhaag.nl/

2.4. Integration Budget

There are two types of integration budgets; the first one is general and it includes
the education in some centres attached to the social services of each city council.
Normally, they will include the well known educational centre ROC. There is
another type of budget, called personal inburgering budget, which is assigned to
persons with high levels of education who are able to learn the language at another
pace, generally, they include the language training in Universities.

Each city council has its own rules in this regard, so the best way to learn more
about the possibilities that you have and they can offer, is contact the service
inburgering point of your city. You will get it through the social services of your
municipality.

2.5. Useful websites to learn more about inburgering in Holland

Informatie Beheer Groep IB-Groep. You will find information about the inburgering
obligation, and a nice video that explains the different possibilities that you have.
You can also ask for a loan to the IB-Groep to pay the fees of your language course.
If your performance in the exam is well enough and within a set timeframe, you
might get some compensation of the lent money. Even when the information is in
Dutch, you can always ask a friend, or use a Google translator to get the main
information from it:
www.inburgeren.nl/inburgeraar/default.asp

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Het begint met taal - This website is an initiative of the Ministry of VROM (Housing,
spatial planning and the Environment). You will find information about the in-
burgering obligation, and also you can find a language school near your home, by
typing your post code.
www.hetbegintmettaal.nl/

Naar Nederland – On this site you will find information about the civic integration
exam that some foreigners should do to get the authorisation for temporary resi-
dence (MVV). This website will provide them with information on the Civic Integra-
tion Examination Abroad. The website content can be found in English:

http://www.naarnederland.nl/documentenservice/pagina.asp?
pagkey=53768

About the examination package, other course books and (correspondence)

courses:
www.nederlandsalstweedetaal.nl
www.bol.com
www.bruna.nl
www.opwegnaarnederland.nl

3. PART II—DUTCH LANGUAGE FOR SELF-

DEVELOPMENT, CARRER ADVANCEMENT OR HOBBY

3.1. A wide variety

There are several types of language institutes in the Netherlands, among them:

Private institutes, universities and colleges (we provide a list of some of the most
important ones in the following section)

International schools (scholengemeenschappen (we provide a list of some of the

most important ones in the following section)

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(completely beginners) to advanced courses, and even specific courses for certain
professions. Schools sometimes hold official accreditations. You can find part-time
and full-time courses, even lessons at the workplace. Most require attendance at a
language laboratory, and as a complement, they offer online tuition. You can
choose between individual or group instruction; private schools can tailor the course
to your needs.

The “volksuniversiteit”. Dutch "volksuniversiteiten" are meant for everyone, re-

gardless of previous training, age or background. The courses are taken in groups
with other students in an informal atmosphere which makes learning easier and
more pleasant. Courses in a Volkuniversitait are not specially geared toward obtain-
ing diplomas or degrees. The volksuniversiteiten offer a wide variety of courses
given by expert teachers. There are 100 volksuniversitaiten, which annually reach
about 200.000 students. All members are autonomous non-profit foundations. Some
local governments have granted financial or material aid to them, but is not like
that in all Holland, as a result, prices among the various Volksuniversiteiten may
differ. You can find the nearest volkuniversiteit in: www.volksuniversiteit.nl

The ROCs (Regionaal Opleidings Centrum) whose courses are subsidized and are
therefore generally heavily subscribed. Attendance at a ROC centre may require
compliance with certain criteria e.g. a valid residence permit, an address in the
locality of the school, unemployed status etc. The offer most of all courses for the
NT2 exam, you can find more info about them in: www.roc.nl/default.php?
fr=opl&type=NT2&language=nl&language=en

3.2. How to begin

The first thing to do is to decide what kind of course you want to follow and where.

Once you have decided the school/institute to approach, you will need to confirm
dates, textbooks and the fees.

If you have a previous knowledge of Dutch, you will be, most likely, required to do a
placement test (fees are possible).

In section four of this booklet you will find a list of various schools.

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3.3. Dutch for starters. Intensive language course

offered through ACCESS The Hague

“At Home Abroad” is an intensive five week course for people who want to make a
running start with learning Dutch. Per week there are six hours of instruction – on
Monday and Thursday mornings. In addition, you are expected to prepare for each
class on the computer at home, with the help of the CD-Rom that goes with the
course book. On average this will take another eight to ten hours per week. In
short: it’s a course for people who can invest a fair amount of time in a concen-
trated period. At the end of the course you will be able to have short conversations
on everyday subjects like shopping, food, housing, travelling, going out, health,
Relationships and to ask for directions, make appointments, give your opinion, and
make inquiries. Simple writing assignments are also part of the programme.
Learning Dutch with “At Home Abroad” means:
• Serious learning in a relaxed and sociable environment
• Groups of four to six people
• Main focus on conversation
• 90% of the lessons in Dutch only
• English translation of wordlists, standard phrases and points of grammar are
provided
• Some four to five hours preparation on the computer at home per class
• Time for personal questions and socialising half an hour before and after the
lesson
• A free refresher class a few weeks after the course

The courses are held near Valkenbosplein in The Hague - within a few minutes
walking distance from public transport: Randstad Rail 3, buses 20&21, trams 11&12.
For more information:
Tel: (070) 360 3624
E-mail: hennyvans@casema.nl
Website: www.access-nl.org/our_services/workshop.htm

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3.4. Learning Dutch by yourself

Dutch is not as difficult as we might all think at first glance. Learning it can even be
fun, if you take the time enough to understand the dynamics of the language and
strive to speak it whenever possible. Dutch language is full of
expressions that are the best sample of the Dutch society.

If you don’t feel like following a Dutch course for any reason, you can always learn
it at your own pace from home. The internet has, nowadays, endless tools to learn
languages, many of them free of charge.

Following, we list some of our favourite websites where you can learn Dutch by
yourself:

DUTCH GRAMMAR - www.dutchgrammar.com/

DUTCH TODAY - www.dutchtoday.com/
EOI MADRID. EXERCISES -
www.eoidiomas.com/idiomas/EjerciciosNeerlandes/index.htm
LEARN DUTCH - www.learndutch.nu/
LEESEN EN SCRIJF - www.leesenschrijf.nl/
LESEXPRES - www.lesexpres.nl/dutch/
LIVEMOCHA - www.livemocha.com/
TAALKLAS - www.taalklas.nl/
TAALTHUIS - www.taalthuis.com

Other useful links when learning Dutch are:

www.dutchgrammar.org/ - They provide a practical Dutch grammar guide in sev-

eral languages (In English available just as a book)

www.talencoach.nl/item/235 - Here you can order the e-book called “Why you
hate learning Dutch and seven reasons to change it”, you can also find some Dutch
e-lessons. They offer language courses in their location in Amsterdam.

www.verbix.com/languages/dutch.shtml - Here you can find the

conjugation of the most important Dutch verbs.

www.leesenschrijf.nl/ - Here you can ask for two working books, for free, they will
send it to your place and you can follow the course on line.

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http://www.quia.com/jfc/144469.html Here you can find flashcards of irregular

Dutch verbs.

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DUTCH-ENGLISH-STUDY-GROUP - To share experi-

ences with other Dutch learners.

You can also find paid online courses, with benefits such as a permanent tutor who
will help you with your progress; we list a few of these e-courses for you:

www.leernederlands.nl/
www.lerenonline.nl
www.nti.nl

Watching TV is also a good manner to grasp some words and common phrases. Most
teachers recommend watching children programs, because they use easy vocabu-
lary. One such program to watch is: www.etv.nl

3.5. A Voluntary organization that helps you to

feel at home

Netherlands Guild is an umbrella organization of approximately 65 guilds. Guilds are

voluntary associations of persons- aged 50 and older, that share their professional or
hobby knowledge, expertise and experience with others. Individuals, non-profit or-
ganizations and starting entrepreneurs have free use of their services.

The guild volunteers advise on all areas, giving lectures, organizing tours or convers-
ing with native speakers of Dutch. There are approximately 6000
elderly people active in the guilds.

www.gilde-nederland.nl/

3.6. Classes for children

Children learn faster than adults, but require a different method of

instruction. Several international schools offer special courses for children. Also
some private institutes as:

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4. LIST OF LANGUAGE SCHOOLS WITH CONTACT

POINTS AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION BY LOCATION

Since we are unable to list all the schools that are in The Netherlands, we give you
some advice of where to find them:

EXPATICA provides a list of Dutch Language schools:

www.expatica.com/nl/listings/details/Education,language-schools.html

LANGUAGE COURSE FINDER also helps you to find a language school for you.
www.language-learning.net/

HAAGS TAALKOMPAS is a initiative of the city of The Hague, to gather the informa-
tion on learning Dutch in The Hague. The website centres on the survey of institu-
tions which offer Dutch language courses, but you will also find convenient sugges-
tions and addresses. Furthermore there is information about compulsory language
courses. The possibilities for self-study are also on the website. The information on
this site can also be found in the booklet “Haags Taalkompas”( The Hague Language
Compass). Both the website and the booklet are in Dutch. The booklet is available
at various
organisations in town, such as: The Hague libraries, the municipal contact centre,
city district offices, welfare centres, embassies, among others.
www.haagstaalkompas.nl/

Following, we list some schools, by location, with comments that may be useful for
you when choosing the appropriate course:

AMSTERDAM

Berlitz Language Centre Berlitz offers a variety of courses in-

Weerdestein 205a
1083 GN Amsterdam
Tel: (020) 622 1375
Website: www.berlitz.nl
cluding group, semi-private and indi-
vidual instruction as well as a “total
immersion programme”. Courses can
be tailored to any level, from begin-
ner to advanced, and the centre of-
fers courses during the daytime and
evening.

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British Language Training School
(“BLTC”)
Oxford House, N.Z. Voorburgwal
328E
1012 RW Amsterdam
Tel: (020) 622 3634
Fax: (020) 626 4962
Email: bltc@blte.nl
Website: www.bltc.nl
European Language Centre
Hogehilweg 15
1101 CB Amsterdam Zuidoost
Tel: (020) 609 7970
Fax: (020) 609 79 63
Email:
info@europeanlanguagecentre.nl
www.europeanlanguagecentre.nl
Instituut voor de Tropen (KIT Royal KIT offer special training for busi-
Tropical Institute)
Mauritskade 63
1092 AD Amsterdam
Tel: (020) 568 87 12
Fax: (020) 668 45 79
Website: www.kit.nl
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Intensive language courses are of-
fered at all levels including general
and business, small groups and indi-
vidual. NT2 exam courses are also
offered. Group courses begin
throughout the year in January, May
and September. All courses can be
taken during the daytime or eve-
ning.
This Centre is a professional training
institute with a business focus.
Flexible intensive tailor-made
courses within the Amsterdam re-
gion are offered either at the insti-
tute, in-company or at home. All
levels are taught, from beginner to
advanced. Also offered is a package
deal including eighty hours of pri-
vate lessons and a “Dealing with the
Dutch” cultural awareness pro-
gramme. All courses may be total
immersion or intensive residential.
ness and government bodies in all
aspects of communication and en-
culturation.
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Taal, Den Hartog & Zevenbergen

WG Plein 566
1054 SJ Amsterdam
Tel: (020) 685 1562
Fax: (020) 685 1562
Email:
info@taaldenhartogzevenbergen.nl
www.taaldenhartogzevenbergen.nl
ARNHEM
Elsevier Talen (see: Elycio Talen)
Kronenburgensingel 505
6831 GM Arnhem
Tel: (026) 361 2843
Fax: (026) 361 3452
Website: www.elyciotalen.nl
This is a language institute that spe-
cializes in teaching Dutch as a sec-
ond language. Courses accommodate
all levels and abilities. Individual,
small group and company courses
are offered as well as exam training
for NT2 II. They also have teachers
in Alkmaar, Haarlem and The Hague.
Elycio Talen is CEDEO certified and
offers business-focused language
and communication courses. Levels -
from beginner (elementary) to inter-
mediate and small groups and indi-
vidual classes are offered. In addi-
tion, intensive programmes with
certificate on completion (50 hours
in ten weeks) can be taken.

DEN HAAG /THE HAGUE

(see also Voorburg )
Website: www.haagstaalkompas.nl
A publication, “The Hague Language
Compass” (Haags Taalkompas) lists
available courses and can be col-
lected from municipal contact cen-
tres or public libraries.

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The British School in the
Netherlands
I.E.C.
Tarwekamp 3
2592 XG Den Haag
Tel: (070) 315 4080
Fax: (070) 315 4081
Website: www.britishshool.nl/iec 11 lessons during the day.
BABEL Den Haag
Prinsegracht 40
2512 GA Den Haag
Tel: (070) 335 5263
Fax: (070) 381 4373
Email: info@babel.nl
Website: www.babel.nl
Dutch for expats
Witteburgerweg 190
2244 CJ Wassenaar
Tel: (070) 514 02 25
Fax: (070) 511 75 50
E-mail: info@dutchforexpats.nl
Website:
www.dutchforexpats.nl
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Their International Education Centre
has Dutch courses “Dutch Language
for Adults” on levels 1 – 7, starting
twice a year (February and
September). At the completion of
the level 7 course students can take
the NT2 exam. Also offer a
Beginners Level 1 intensive course of
Private individual lessons are given
in a language laboratory and include
beginner to advanced levels. NT 2
exam training is also offered and a
teacher is always on hand to provide
materials, answer questions and
assist with test taking. CEDEO
approved. Also offers conversation
classes, beginners to advanced, 10
lessons of 1 hour each, once a week.
One can attend a free sample class.
Dutch classes at beginner,
intermediate and advanced level on
weekdays in small groups (6-10
students). Classes cover
conversation, grammar, Dutch
culture and traditions.

Kickstart School
Koninginnegracht 72
2514 AG Den Haag
Tel. (070) 324 4530
Email: info@kickstartschool.nl
Website: www.kickstartschool.nl
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They offer au-pair courses, courses
for expats , NT2 exam and writing
courses.
Courses can be given in classes,
small groups or individual and are
available for all levels: beginner,
intermediate and advanced.

Open enrolments for higher edu-

Mondriaan College (ROC) cated foreigners as well as a tailor
made program (TAAL OP MAAT ).
Brouwersgracht 50
The Tailor made course consists of
2512 ER Den Haag an individually arranged program
during a pre-determined number of
Tel: (088) 666 3740
weeks.
Email: info@rocmondriaan.nl
Website: www.rocmondriaan.nl

They have a course “Dutch for non-

Taal Taal native speakers”. To register, con-
tact Infocentre, School for Adult
Hoge Prins Willemstraat 226E
Education, Tel: 040 269 4444. There
2584 HX Den Haag are also locations in Best, Cranen-
donck, Eersel, Neunen, Valkens-
Tel. (070) n322 6091 waard and Veldhoven.
Email: info@taaltaal.nl
Website: www.taaltaal.nl

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EINDHOVEN
ROC Eindhoven
Sterrenlaan 10
5631 KA Eindhoven They have a course “Dutch for non-
native speakers”. To register con-
Tel. (040) 3269 4000 tact Infocentre, School for Adult
Email: info@roceindhoven.nl Education, tel. (040) 269 4444..
Website: www.roceindhoven.nl There are also locations in Best,
Cranendonck, Eersel, Neunen and
Valkenswaard.

Studiecentrum Talen Eindhoven STE Trainingen is specialised in

(STE)
Language trainingen for industry.
Heggeranklaan 1 There are tailor made courses,
5643 BP Eindhoven group courses (open enrolment) ,
workshops, elearning courses.
Tel: (040) 245 2860
Ecoaching is possible as well.
Email: info@stetrainingen.nl
There is also a location in Geleen.
Website: www.stetrainingen.nl

GRONINGEN
Universiteit Groningen
Language Centre, Harmoniegebouw
1st floor
Oude Boteringenstraat 44
9712 GL Groningen
Tel. (050) 363 9111
The Universiteit offers intensive,
semi-intensive and extensive Dutch
language courses including NT2
exam training. Certificates are
awarded after successful completion
of the course. Also available is a
Dutch Studies programme which
introduces students to the Dutch
language, culture, history and art.

Fax (050) 363 5886

Email: languagecentre@rug.nl
Website:
www.rug.nl/languagecentre

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HAARLEM Courses include group and individu-

al, all levels from beginner to ad-
ISLA Languages vanced and intensive or extensive.
Uit den Bosstraat 14 Instructors are also willing to give
courses at corporate locations. Also
2012 KL Haarlem offered are culture courses and NT2
Tel: (023) 532 3610 exam training.

Fax: (023) 532 2974

Email: info@isladam.com
Website: www.isladam.com

LEIDEN
The language consultancy is affili-
Universiteit Leiden ated with the university; however,
Inter Consultancy Bureau, Leiden Dutch language courses are open to
non-students. Daytime and evening
University,
group courses at all levels are avail-
Rapenburg 70 able as well as custom-made
courses. The consultancy also offers
2311 EZ Leiden acculturation and intercultural man-
Tel: (071) 527 2727 agement courses.
Fax: (071) 527 5499
Email: info@icb-leiden.nl
Website: www.icb-leiden.n

MAASTRICHT Courses are available at all levels

and include group, semi-private and
Berlitz Schools of Languages B.V. individual instruction, daytime or
Maastricht (Berlitz) evening. A total immersion pro-
Brouwersweg 100 gramme is also available.

6216 EG Maastricht
Tel: (043) 346 7231
Website: www.berlitz.nl/en/
maastricht/default.html

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Talencentrum Universiteit Maas-
tricht
Sint Servaasklooster 39
6211 TE Maastricht
Postbus 616
6200 MD Maastricht
Tel: (043) 388 3950
Fax: (043) 325 7246
Email: talencen-
trum@languages.unimaas.nl
www.languages.unimaas.nl
NIJMEGEN
LTC (Language Training Centre)
St. Canisiussingel 27
6511 TG Nijmegen
Postbus 373
6500 AJ Nijmegen
Tel: (024) 323 7349
Fax: (024) 360 1660
Email: info@ltc.nl
Website: www.ltc.nl
RIJSWIJK
Elycio Talen
Verrijn Stuartlaan 42c
2288 EM Rijswijk
Tel: (070) 399 2471
Fax: (070) 399 4499
Email: form on the website
Website: www.elyciotalen.nl
LEARNING THE DUTCH LANGUAGE
Dutch language courses are available
at all levels; for groups or personal-
ised and are open to non-students.
Other available courses include NT2
exam training, “Crash Course in
Dutch” (summer and winter pro-
grammes) and tailor-made
“Language for Specific Pur-
pose” (LSP) courses for profession-
als, individuals and groups. Begin-
ners courses are offered for native
German, Scandinavian & Afrikaans
speakers.
LTC is a CEDEO approved language
institute with a business focus. Prac-
tical tailor-made language and com-
munication training is offered for
individuals or business professionals.
Elycio Talen is CEDEO approved and
offers business-focused language
and communication courses. Levels
range from beginners to intermedi-
ate and small groups and individual
classes are offered. In addition, in-
tensive programmes with certificate
on completion (50 hours in ten
weeks) can be taken. There is a dis-
tance education option via the TMM
method.
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Albeda College (ROC)

Rosestraat 1101-1103 This offers vocational and language
training, day and evening sessions.
3071 AL Rotterdam
Also there is a “Inburgerings” course
Tel: (010) 290 1010 aimed at newcomers and others who
are not sufficiently conversant in
Email: albeda@albeda.nl
Dutch. There are about 20 locations
Website: www.albeda.nl in Rotterdam.

Dutch Language Institute ITHA

Flexible intensive Dutch language
Mathesserlaaan 253
programmes are on offer at all lev-
3021 HD Rotterdam els and are primarily business-
Tel: (010) 425 4579 focused.

Email: info@itha.nl
Website: www.itha.nl

ITA Talencentrum
Business language training of Dutch
Scheepmakershaven 29 A at every level.
3011 VA Rotterdam
Tel: (010) 411 88 65
Fax: (010) 411 75 58
Email: info@ita-talencentrum.nl
Website: www.talen-centrum.nl

Language Partners “Dutch for non-Dutch” language,

Beursplein 37 Dutch Social Life and Culture, Dutch
legal language and Dutch Business or
3011 AA Rotterdam managerial courses are offered for
Tel: (010) 405 2345 groups and individuals.

E-mail: info@languagepartners.nl
www.languagepartners.nl

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THE HAGUE see: Den Haag

UTRECHT Language programmes are tailor-

made with a business focus. Also
Babel Taaltrainingen offered are regular group “Dutch as
Lucasbolwerk 5 a Foreign Language” courses at be-
ginners, intermediate and advanced
3512 EG Utrecht levels. If you have a U-pass you
Tel: (030) 232 4040 qualify for a 20% reduction in class
fees.
Email: info@babel.nl
Website: www.babel.nl

Capita Language Services BV

Capita Language Services is a CEDEO
De Hoogt 2-4 approved institute which offers tai-
lor-made “Dutch for Expats” lan-
3951 KB Maarn
guage programmes with a business
Tel: (0343) 431 303 focus for individuals and groups.
Email: info@capitalanguage.nl
Website: www.capitalanguage.nl

Linguarama Nederland Courses include individual intensive

Cenakel Convent
Amersfoortsestraat 18
3769 AR Soesterberg
Tel: (0346) 3325 75
courses with a business focus, corpo-
rate group programmes, intercul-
tural and residential programmes
and language for specific purposes
e.g. presentations, report writing
and policy documents.

Email: soester-
berg@nl.linguarama.com
Website: www.linguarama.nl

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VOORBURG Offer open enrolments for higher

Mondriaan College voor Educatie
(ROC)
Oranje Nassaustraat 1b
2271 SJ Voorburg
Tel: (070) 300 47 30
Website: www.rocmondriaan.nl
educated foreigners as well as a
tailor-made program (Taal op maat)
which consist of an individually ar-
ranged program during pre-
determined numbers of weeks.

Den Haag Learning the Dutch Language:

Vader Centrum Adam
in the borough of LaaK – A basic Dutch language course
offered to males.
Jonckbloetplein 24 Expats learning Dutch in a
2523 AR Den Haag community centre is to be
considered as ‘ The Hague Bridge’
Day &Time: Tuesday’s
in action.
19.00h – 21.00h
Registration: Daily 13.00h - 21.00h
Fee: 0.50 cents per lesson,
min. 10 lessons
Tel: (070) 395 40 97

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Books and internet sites consulted

Internet sites:
http://www.access-nl.org/
http://www.access-nl.org/our_services/courses_hague/
dutch_for_starters.htm
http://www.dutchgrammar.com/
http://www.dutchgrammar.org/
http://www.dutchtoday.com/
http://www.eoidiomas.com/idiomas/EjerciciosNeerlandes/index.htm
http://www.etv.nl/
http://www.expatica.com/nl/listings/details/Education,language-
schools.html
http://www.expertisecentrumnt2.nl/
http://www.gilde-nederland.nl/
http://www.haagstaalkompas.nl/
http://www.hetbegintmettaal.nl/
http://www.inburgeren.nl/inburgeraar/default.asp
http://www.inburgerendenhaag.nl/
http://www.inburgering.amsterdam.nl/
http://www.ind.nl/en/Images/bro_inburg_buitenland_tcm6-150503.pdf
http://www.language-learning.net/
http://www.learndutch.nu/
http://www.leernederlands.nl/
http://www.leesenschrijf.nl/
http://www.lerenonline.nl/
http://www.lesexpres.nl/dutch/
http://www.livemocha.com/
http://www.lorrelanguageclubs.nl/
http://www.naarnederland.nl/documentenservice/pagina.asp?
pagkey=53768
http://www.nti.nl/
http://www.quia.com/jfc/144469.html

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http://www.roc.nl/default.php?
fr=opl&type=NT2&language=nl&language=en
http://www.taalklas.nl/
http://www.taalthuis.com/
http://www.talencoach.nl/item/235.
http://www.verbix.com/languages/dutch.shtml
http://www.volksuniversiteit.nl/
http://almanak.overheid.nl/
http://inburgeringsformulier.minbuzamail.nl/civic/en/

Books :

ACCESS Calender, 2010.

Haags Taalkompas. Nederlands leren in Den Haag, 2009 – 2010.
Holland Handbook, 2009 – 2010.

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ACCESS also has information booklets covering the

following topics in printed form (for purchase) or for
free download from the ACCESS website.
• Banking
• Childcare and playgroups
• Cycling in the Netherlands
• Food from home
• Health care
• Housing and accommodation
• Inheritance and wills
• International primary and secondary education in
the Netherlands
• Marriage , registered partnership, cohabitation
and ending a relationship
• Obtaining a driving license in the Netherlands
• Post Office
• Public Transport
• Social Security
• Starting your own business
• Studying in the Netherlands
• Telephone, internet and television
• What to do when leaving the Netherlands
• Working in the Netherlands

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Zeestraat 100
2518 AD, The Hague
The Netherlands
Email: helpdesk-dh@access-nl.org
Help Line : +31(0)70 346 2525

Prinses Irenestraat 59
1077 WV, Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Email: helpdesk-ams@access-nl.org
Help Line : +31 (0)20 423 32 17

www.access-nl.org

All information correct at time of going to print

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DISCLAIMER
This Information booklet is intended to give comprehensive and general
information. ACCESS did everything possible to ensure that the information is
correct and up to date. We cannot accept any responsibility for the information
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If you need more information about this subject, please contact the organisations
listed in this booklet or look at the websites mentioned.