Expat Survival Guide 2026 is out now!
The Expat Survival Guide offers practical information on getting started in the Netherlands and directs you to the people, companies and institutions that can help you along the way.
Dutch grammar workshop – 30 January 2026
In this workshop from Taalhuis Amsterdam, you will freshen up your theory about the rules and use of perfectum and imperfectum. More importantly, you will practice a lot by playing games, writing short texts, and speaking about experiences in the past.
Koentact: free Dutch trial class in Amsterdam on February 17
End of winter is the time for going outside again, making new friends — oh, and finally learning some Dutch. But where should you begin? Well, how about Koentact’s open day on Tuesday, February 17?
20 Instagram accounts you should follow if you are learning Dutch
When you are learning Dutch, one of the first thing you want to do – and should do – is surround yourself with the language. By doing this, you are immersing yourself in the language.
Launch: Optimist International Academy in Hoofddorp
OIA is a publicly funded international school for learners aged 4 to 18, founded through a unique collaboration between the already established Optimist International School and Haarlemmermeer Lyceum Tweetalig.
Tio Business School – Premium Campus Experience: 15 & 16 November 2025
Discover your future at Tio Business School, a top-ranked private institution with six campuses across the Netherlands. At Tio, you’ll study in small classes with industry-experienced lecturers and benefit from a learning by doing approach that connects theory directly to practice.
Webinar: Starting your own Business – 19 November 2025
Thinking of starting a business in the Netherlands? Join this free online information session hosted by the Kamer van Koophandel (KvK, Chamber of Commerce), Business.gov.nl and IN Amsterdam.
Jacquelene Da Silva – Shortlisted in the Tes Awards for International Schools 2025
We are excited to announce that Jacquelene Da Silva has been shortlisted for Leadership in the Tes Awards for International Schools 2025, celebrating excellence across the global education community.
READY TO START YOUR NEXT LANGUAGE JOURNEY IN NOVEMBER?
This November we offer a selection of short language courses. Keep up your practice in one of the conversation courses or book your next level. Or start learning Dutch from scratch before the end of the year!
German International School of The Hague – Digital Open Day: 6 November
We cordially invite you to our digital Open Day! This year we have again decided to organise our Open Day in an online format. This way, even if you live outside the Netherlands, you can take part from the comfort of your own home and gain a comprehensive insight into our school life and educational programmes.