Due to COVID-19, the regular Summer School 2020 and 2021 in Amsterdam is cancelled.
Instead we will an e-summerschool at the same dates. Learn more here.
Study Dutch and explore Amsterdam!
The Dutch Summer School Amsterdam is an intensive Dutch language course, given in July/August 2020.
The program is ideal for those, who come from abroad:
– without or with accommodation
– school and student residence are located in the same part of the city
– group course guaranteed on the mentioned dates
For people who live in Amsterdam, or for those who arrange own accommodation; there is a reduced lessons-only fee.
Group levels / dates – 2020
Courses are guaranteed. Each level corresponds a 2 weeks session, levels are successive.
Example:
4 weeks from zero = 2 weeks ‘level 1’ + 2 weeks ‘level 2’
If you book a room:
* check-in: Saturday before class / except in session 1: Sunday
** check-out: Satruday after last lesson / except in session 4: Friday of the last lesson
(session 1 and session 4 have 1 night less: cheaper)
Lessons
Our Dutch lessons are interactive, with a high focus on conversation, given by enthusiast teachers. Although the teacher will speak Dutch from the beginning as much as possible, we use English to explain things on the lower levels (mainly level 1, 2 and a bit on level 3). On the higher levels (4, R), the teacher speaks only in Dutch. Maximum group size is 16 students.
We use our own book ‘Het Lesboek’ from 0 to A2 (level 1, level 2) and ‘Het Lesboek-2 on A2/B1 (level 3, level 4). On level R we work each time with different materials (the course on B1/B2 level specifically for returning students). Read more here: level descriptions.
Homework & e-learning: doing the homework is essential (count on at least 3 hours per day). Part of the homework consists of online materials. With these materials you prepare for the next day’s lesson: that makes the classroom lesson more efficient and interactive.
Easy going…
We think learning Dutch in a pleasant and sociable atmosphere is important: not to be afraid to make mistakes.
The experience of a summer school is maximised when you meet new people with the same goals. Study together, do homework together, explore the city together and once in a while… just relax.
We do not force you to participate in additional group events. Each person is different and you should do what you like. We are easy going: no obligations… (except doing your homework!)
Housing
Our standard package includes a single room with a private bathroom. The room has a desk, a television, and wifi internet. There is a weekly cleaning / change of linen. You get a bike to use for free, which is the fastest way to move around in the city.
For our language students, we have 3 clusters of 11 rooms. There is one large kitchen in each cluster, which you can use to prepare meals.
There is a canteen (with cheap meal plans), a gym (free), a library / study area (free), a gaming room (free), a laundry service (paid).
Great value in a city with sky rocket hotel prices!
Amsterdam
Amsterdam is the capital of the Netherlands. A city with a rich history and culture. If you want to get to know the Netherlands, then start here!
Amsterdam is a multicultural city: many expats, tourists and international students. Inhabitants of Amsterdam are open and friendly. You will find out how easy it is to get to know new people. All chances to practice your Dutch! (although locals are used to speak English to foreigners)
Amsterdam is located centrally in the Netherlands. From airport to city: just a few minutes by public transport. Other Dutch cities (Rotterdam, Utrecht, The Hague) are easy to reach by train in less than an hour. Tourist attractions: Zaanse Schans (windmills), Alkmaar (cheese market) and Volendam (typical Dutch fishermen’s village) are located within half an hour.
From student residence: 5 minutes per bike / 10 minutes walk.
Prices – 2020
* Session 1 and 4 have 1 night less (13 instead of 14), and are therefore cheaper if you book the pacakge with the room.
Lessons – prices includes: coffee/tea during lessons, 1 academic hour = 45 minutes.
Included: access to e-learning package #dutchgrammar-1, #dutchgrammar-2 and #dutchgrammar-3 during your course (from 15th of June – 15th of September.
Book not included (€ 39). Housing – price includes: end cleaning (each 2 weeks) + weekly room cleaning / change of linen, use of bike, use of facilities (gym, study area, library, game room).
For an individual quotation on the total price:
