Dutch School Online
Online classes
If you do not live close to one of our school locations, but still would like to follow our Dutch lessons, our online small group (3-5 students) or private classes are the perfect solution. We teach Dutch online worldwide. Here is an overview of all the Online Classes we offer:
Primary and secondary education (basis- en voortgezet onderwijs)
Learn Dutch as a Foreign Language (NT2) for children from 5 to 18 years old who learn Dutch as a 2nd language and speak little or no Dutch (NT2) or have followed lessons for only a few years.
Special program for children who move (back) to the Netherlands or Belgium who need to be prepared for education in the Netherlands or Belgium within a short period of time, regardless of their Dutch language level.
Online Summer Program voor zowel kinderen als volwassenen
Program in preparation for the CNaVT + help with obtaining the American Seal of Biliteracy
We offer small group classes as well as private or semi-private classes
Our online group lessons are taught in small groups where the social aspect and interaction play an important role. Our groups consist of a minimum of three and a maximum of five students. The students learn together which positively influences language development. In this way, they also keep in touch with other Dutch-speaking peers in the area. Our classes are live via zoom with one of our professional online teachers.
Our private lessons are one-to-one lessons and are given by our professional and experienced teachers, whereby we can fully adapt the teaching program to the student and his/her level. This allows the student to make great progress in a short period of time. Semi-private classes are possible as well which is great for siblings or to learn Dutch with a friend.
As a non-profit we find it important that Dutch education should be available for everyone, we therefore offer affordable education compared to others.
We teach Dutch online lessons worldwide. Please contact us to discuss the possibilities. We have teachers in different timezones and can offer classes at different times (also during the weekend).
Cost and registration: click here to learn more about our tuition and registration.
For more information, an intake and/or a trial class, please send an email to info@dutchschoolsocal.org.
Hybrid classes
The school is currently looking into the possibility of offering hybrid classes. If you are interested, please contact Laura Ligthart at info@dutchschoolsocal.org.
Dutch as a Foreign Language
Ages 4-18
Objective: These courses are aimed at students ages 4-18 who have little or no knowledge of the Dutch language at the start and get them going up to intermediary or even advanced level.
During the interactive small group lessons or private lessons, emphasis is placed on oral skills, grammar and conversation, so that the students can communicate in Dutch with Dutch-speaking family members and friends, or find a good connection in the Netherlands or Belgium should they later decide to study, work or live there.
Groups: 5-7 years (sometimes younger), 8-10 years, 10-15 years, 16+ years.
Where and when: The online group classes are held during the week after-school times or on Saturday morning.
Language level: No prior knowledge of the Dutch language is required. If you have prior knowledge you can join one of the existing intermediary groups.
Additional possibility: Continuation to our Native Speaker classes or obtaining the Seal of Biliteracy (see next column "native speakers")
Native Speakers
Ages 4-18
Objective: This course ensures that Dutch and Belgian children keep their culture and language, so that they can quickly fit in with Dutch language education upon their return. We offer different learning years and levels.
Levels: primary, secondary and high school
Teaching method: Ik ben Bas, Kleuterplein, Veilig Leren Lezen, Taalactief, Nieuw Nederlands.
When and where: These classes are held during the week on after-school times.
Language level: thorough knowledge of the Dutch language which if spoken at home.
Additional possibility: Obtaining the Certificate of Foreign Language (CNaVT) at the age of 16 (sometimes earlier) and the Seal of Biliteracy in the last year of High School (in over 40 US states) and get credits or exemptions for college.
Dutch as a Foreign Language
Adults
Objective: The focus of these classes is on conversation and pronunciation, in addition to basic grammar. Our classes aim at achieving good oral language skills using different themes and situations.
Levels: Elementary (A1), Low intermediate (A2), Advanced (B1-C1)
Teaching method: Contact
Where and when: The online group classes are held on weekday evenings at 7.30 p.m. or on Sunday mornings at 10a.m. Private lessons are also possible.
Language level: No prior knowledge of the Dutch language is required for the beginners level.
Additional possibility: Obtaining the Certificate of Foreign Language (CNaVT).
If you live far away from a Dutch Language and Culture school or if you are looking for a more personal concept, our online private or semi-private lessons are an option.
For more information and to register for all our classes please contact our school director, Laura Ligthart, at lligthart@dutchschoolsocal.org.
Extra information on online classes
We always try to adjust the classes as much as possible to the schedule of the students.
Online lessons take place via Zoom.
We offer lessons during the week as well as on Saturday or Sunday mornings. If the time is not convenient, private lessons are also possible.
All our students (online or at the school locations) can always participate in our cultural activities. We participate in many fun events, such as ice skating, our annual trip to LA Galaxy, King's day, potlucks, other festivals and Dutch and flemish cultural events. You can truly be part of our Dutch-speaking community!
If you are interested in our small group classes or private lessons, please contact our Managing Director Laura Ligthart via lligthart@dutchschoolsocal.org.
References
A father about our online classes for secondary education
"We have two sons aged 11 and 12. The youngest is in 7th and the oldest is in the 1st year of secondary school at Dutch "HAVO" level. We were planning to have the boys do Dutch only until group 8, but when the possibility was offered to continue, we decided to join. The teaching methods Taalactief from Malmberg and Nieuw Nederlands from Noordhoff are very well constructed and the fact that Nieuw Nederlands is completely digital makes this method very accessible.
We see that the extra investment in language education is good for learning other languages. They develop more feeling for language. We also want to keep the possibility open for them to go to a Dutch university or college in the future and to follow lessons in Dutch. Of course it is also nice that they can talk easily with their grandparents and their Dutch friends. Finally, they are always happy and cheerful when they come out of class. The teachers are very professional, very involved with our children and make every lesson a party. Dutch lessons are absolutely no punishment for them. I can recommend this to everyone!"
A father about our online classes for 5-7 year olds
"For my son a bridge to his native country and for me back to stroopwafels and windmills every week ...... so much fun and educational!"
