DUTCH COURSES FOR ALL LEVELS
From your first words to confident fluent communication – each course builds naturally on the last.
Foundation Course
The Foundation Course covers essential everyday Flemish through integrated vocabulary, spelling, and grammar, with practical conversation and structured chapters supported by reinforcing exercises to make basic easy short conversation possible.
Elementary Course
We introduce more advanced vocabulary, strengthening the use of the past tense. Introducing to the importance of semantic as well as syntax of the language, ensuring that the acquired knowledge can be expressed correctly from the start.
Intermediate Course
During this part of the course, we work on more fluent communication across present and past tenses, adding specific to the language the use of conjunction– and connection words which will strengthen the fluency of the speaking language.
Advanced Course
This course sharpens Flemish through structured argumentation, confident formal and informal communication, mastery of complex grammar, and practical application in media analysis and professional settings.
Professional Course
You have reached a near- native fluency. You communicate around a well-structured text on complex topics. Focus will be on understanding and handling, writing, reading, discussing more complex texts about specific matter of world-wide topics.
Healthcare Course
A tailor-made course focusing on essential Flemish terminology and jargon used for healthcare and other professionals. Supporting effective communication in both social and professional settings.
YOUR LEARNING JOURNEY
Discover how our courses build skills step by step, supporting real-world communication at every stage.
Breakthrough - Level A1
Develop essential everyday communication skills through an integrated curriculum focusing on basic vocabulary acquisition, spelling proficiency, and grammatical accuracy.
- Introduce yourself
- Ask and answer simple personal questions
- Use present tense in basic sentences
- Learn and understand very simple conversations
Waystage - Level A2
Refine your language skills through the next part of the course. The focus on this course lies in building confidence by building more vocabulary. You will learn to use Dutch in daily life situations with the help of plenty of exercises during class hours and after.
- Talk about daily routines
- Describe past events (basic paste tense)
- Understand frequently used expressions.
- Write short messages and emails
Sub-Intermediate - Level B1
You can communicate in everyday situations using clear and simple language. You can form correct sentences using common grammatical structures such as present, past and future tenses. Although your grammar and vocabulary are still in the process of developing, you can express simplified ideas and keep a conversation going.
- Understand the main points of clear standard speech
- Participate in conversations on familiar topics
- Write structured texts.
- Express own opinion
- Work with current, past and future situations.
Vantage - Level B2
Develop nuanced argumentation skills for discussions and confidently express opinions in varied settings. Master advanced grammar and analyze diverse media on current events with regularly updated topics. This advanced module fosters practical independence in both speaking and writing.
You will learn to express more complex sentences. You can understand the general ideas of complex texts and conversations including discussions about work and topics of world news in general. You can express your own opinion, explain ideas and participate in conversations with native speakers. You are almost reaching the level of independence in spoken and written language.
- Understand complex texts and discussions
- Express yourself fluently and spontaneously
- Participate actively in meetings
- Argue your point of view clearly
- Write structured reports and formal emails
- Work professionally in Belgium (depending on sector requirements)
Masterclass- Level C1
Develop the ability to form well-structured arguments in discussions. Express opinions fluently and effectively in both professional and academic contexts. You have a strong control of complex grammar structures and can vary your sentence construction naturally. You can understand demanding texts, nuanced discussions and implicit meaning in both spoken and written language. Your communication is clear, precise and well structured, with only occasional minor errors. But practice will make perfect. You've reached the level of the locals!
- Understand every nuance and implicit meaning
- Express yourself with precision and flexibility
- Write professional and academic texts with ease
