Are you new or have you been living in the Netherlands for a while and would you like to learn the basics of the Dutch language? Then follow the Dutch A1 course together with other expats and non-native speakers from Amstelveen. Close to home and getting to know others who also live in Amstelveen. During this Dutch beginners course you will learn the basics of the Dutch language. Our experienced teachers will guide you step by step to level Dutch A1.

From level Dutch A0 to A1

Starting level at the beginning of the course: A0
Final level at the end of the course: A1
More explanation of the levels

In brief

• 20 classroom lessons in 10 weeks
• 50 contact hours, 2 lessons per week of 2.5 hours
• 5 hours of self-study per week
• For: expats, highly educated non-native speakers
• Follow-up Course: Dutch A2 intensive

Dutch course for beginners - The lessons

You are about to make the Dutch language more your own. Of course, you get to know each other a little better first. Moreover, the teacher, together with all the students, provides a pleasant learning environment. You have chosen for the intensive Dutch A1 course, which means that you have 2,5 hours of lessons twice a week. To quickly gain more experience with the Dutch language, you practice a lot during the lessons. The teacher will first explain the course, then you will work independently or together. You also practice vocabulary and grammar at home and use the online learning environment that accompanies the book.

Objectives Course - learning Dutch A1

By the end of the course, you will be able to hold simple conversations, understand basic information and conduct a smalltalk.

• You know what the most important words and phrases in Dutch mean.
• You have basic knowledge of Dutch grammar.
• You can have a simple conversation in Dutch.
• You will learn to introduce yourself, greet and say goodbye, make appointments, order and thank you, ask questions, give information and run errands.
• You achieve, with a minimum of 80% attendance, Dutch communication skills at level A1

Certificate

Upon successful completion of the Dutch A1 course, you will receive a certificate confirming your language level and participation (minimum 80% present).

Material

Book: Dutch in progress chapters 1 through 9
ISBN: 9789046905609
The book is not included in the price. You can order the book at: https://www.coutinho.nl/nl/nederlands-in-gang-9789046905609

Online study materials

When you purchase the book it automatically includes a code for the website. This contains many online practice materials that you can use to get started at home. This material consists of:

• (interactive) assignments to further practice vocabulary, verbs, dictation, pronunciation, grammar, reading and listening
• audio of dialogues, pronunciation, language acts, texts and vocabulary
• grammar and pronunciation videos

Group size

The minimum number of participants is six, with a maximum of 12.

Why choose Platform C in Amstelveen?

• Learning method for highly skilled non-native speakers
• Complete learning line NT2 courses
• Lots of practice in practice
• Central location in the middle of Amstelveen
• Professional and skilled teachers
• After taking this intensive course, you can immediately move on to Dutch A2 intensive.

Useful links

Would you prefer a year-long course. Then check out Dutch A2 year course
Explanation of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). 
Dutch for expats

Intake and registration

Is this the first Dutch course you are going to take? Then first sign up for a personal intake, then you can be sure to start the course at your level. Click through to the intake page and read how the intake goes. After the intake, the instructor will advise what level you can start at. You can then sign up by that course.