Incompany Dutch Courses in the Leiden Area
Retain Your International Talent & Boost Workplace Engagement
Help Your International Employees Feel at Home—So They Stay Longer
What My Students Say
“I would definitely recommend Active Dutch to the people/expats who want to start to learn Dutch. Anouk gave a lot of day-to-day conversations that help you a lot in doing some basic daily stuff. The course was also interactive with all the examples and the methods she used to teach.”
– Wigdagdo from Indonesia
“I really enjoyed the dutch classes with Anouk! A practical approach and engaging teacher. Highly recommend!”
– Francisco, Argentina
Expats Leave When They Don’t Feel at Home
Companies that hire international employees know the value of making them feel comfortable—not just at work, but also in their new country. Even in a workplace where English is the primary language, Dutch colleagues naturally switch to their native tongue over lunch or coffee breaks. Without some Dutch skills, international employees can feel isolated.
The result? Higher turnover, recruitment costs, and lost productivity. But the solution is simple….
An Active Dutch incompany course will help your employees feel more at home in the Netherlands, integrate into the workplace, and foster stronger relationships—all while learning essential Dutch skills.
Happier employees stay longer.
Benefits of Incompany Dutch Courses with Active Dutch
Improve employee satisfaction & retention
Put an end to job hopping in your company and keep your international staff for longer. When an international relocation fails, the costs are high, while a Dutch incompany course costs less than one month’s salary of only one employee.
Bolster your benefits package
Employees who feel valued and included are far more likely to stay long-term. Show your commitment to their growth by investing in their language skills.
Boost team morale
Your international employees will learn Dutch together in a fun, interactive setting, deepening their relationships with both local and international colleagues.
Active Dutch Incompany Courses
Beginner Dutch group courses for expat employees that take place in your office or online.
Tailor courses to your company’s schedule
Whether you want 1 or 2 lessons per week, we can create a schedule that works for you.
Engage in budget-friendly team building
An incompany group course is less expensive than registering individual employees for private courses. It also saves travelling time and strengthens bonds by encouraging collaboration and pushing them out of their comfort zone.
Be sure they will enjoy their classes
Using quizzes, role plays and other interactive activities will ensure that your employees will be actively engaged in the lessons.
Why Choose Active Dutch?
Hi! I’m Anouk van der Linde
I’m Anouk, the founder and sole instructor at Active Dutch. With over 14 years of experience, I specialize in helping expats feel at home in the Netherlands through engaging and practical Dutch lessons.
Unlike larger language schools, when you work with Active Dutch, you work directly with me—ensuring a personal approach, consistent teaching quality, and courses tailored to your company’s needs.
I’m a certified NT2 teacher (Dutch as a Second Language), and I’ve successfully taught high-level employees from tech companies, banks, people in the fashion industry and teachers from international schools.
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What Will They Learn?
This is what your employees can expect from a typical beginner’s course. Your employees will learn to have a simple everyday conversation in Dutch, allowing them to participate in conversations with their Dutch colleagues or clients. At the end of a 40-hour course they can talk about the following topics and more.
- Introductions – They can introduce themselves and ask and answer personal questions.
- Daily activities – They can describe their daily routine.
- Interests and hobbies – They can talk about their hobbies and interests with their Dutch colleagues over lunch.
- Shopping – They can order in a bar or restaurant or buy clothes.
- Appointments – They can tell the time and make appointments with colleagues or dentist and doctor’s appointments.
“The teacher is really good. She can easily adjust the pace of the course and prioritize the aspects of the language that better align with the students’ goals. I had a highly valuable experience.”
– Eduardo Swinden Leal from Brazil
Looking For In-person Classes?
I can travel to:
Alphen a/d Rijn, Bodegraven, Den Haag, Gouda, Hoofddorp, Leiden, Nieuw-Vennep, Noordwijk, Rijswijk, Schiphol, Uithoorn, Utrecht, Woerden, Zoetermeer and Zoeterwoude
Located somewhere else?
Are you located somewhere else? My online classes are a great alternative.
Let’s Talk: Tailored Dutch Training for Your International Team
How to Get Started
- Book a Free 15-Minute Call – Let’s discuss your organization’s needs and how Active Dutch can support your international employees.
- Customized Course Plan – After the intake, I’ll provide a clear proposal, including the recommended number of hours and pricing.
- Start Learning – Once we finalize the plan, your employees can start improving their Dutch in a practical, engaging, and effective way!
Select The Course That Works For Your Company
Online
- A minimum of one lesson per week
- 90-minute lessons
- Weekly homework
- Expert instruction
- A maximum of 8 participants
- Courses can be concluded with a final test and a certificate, if desired.
- Books around €50 per person
- Starting at €130 per hour
In person
- A minimum of one lesson per week
- Two-hour lessons
- Weekly homework
- Expert instruction
- A maximum of 10 participants
- Courses can be concluded with a final test and a certificate, if desired.
- Books around €50 per person
- Starting at 130 per hour + €0,23 per kilometer (from Alphen a/d Rijn)
Any Questions?
Check the FAQ section below or reach out to me!
Your Questions Answered
How many hours of classes do they need?
Most students reach A1 level in 30-40 hours of lessons. At this level, they will be able to understand and use basic everyday expressions, introduce themselves, ask and answer simple questions and engage in brief conversations.
Up to which level do you teach?
I’m a native speaker of Dutch and I’m specialized in teaching beginner courses up to level B1. I can also offer conversation courses for employees who already have a good basic knowledge of Dutch.
Do you teach mixed-level groups?
No, in order to have the best results students are grouped by language proficiency.
How soon can we start?
Courses can start at any moment, usually within two weeks. Before the start of the course please book a call to discuss the learning goals of your employees and the lesson schedule. If your employees are not absolute beginners, I will first send a written entrance test and have a short conversation with each of your staff to get to know their starting level and to make sure they are grouped according to the same level.
What times are the lessons?
Courses are scheduled during office hours (9:00 – 17:00) for maximum convenience.
Is it possible to reschedule classes?
Yes, it’s possible to reschedule if you notify me at least two working-days in advance.
What happens if I miss a class?
I would recommend that the Dutch class schedule is put in the company’s calendar, so everybody knows when their colleagues have a Dutch class. After each class I’ll send the presentation and the notes so you can review what we covered. And there’s a private WhatsApp group to ask questions.
Who is the teacher?
I personally teach all classes, ensuring consistency and a high-quality learning experience.
Hiring international talent costs a lot of money
But it costs less than one month’s salary to teach them Dutch
And that can encourage them to stay. Get in touch, and let’s talk about how we can work together to keep your international staff happy and your CEO even happier.