Personalized Dutch classes with a native Dutch instructor

From 29 € /h

Hi! I’m Femke, and I give personalized Dutch classes tailored to your goals – whether you need Dutch for study, work, travel, or just because you love learning new languages.

Although our main focus will be Dutch, I also speak English, French, Spanish, and German. That means I can explain tricky grammar points in a way that makes sense to you, and I understand what it’s like to learn a language from scratch. As a passionate language learner myself, I know the challenges, the frustrations, and—most importantly—the excitement when things start to click.

My lessons are interactive, practical, and always adapted to your needs. I’ll help you grow your confidence step by step, so you don’t just learn rules, but actually feel comfortable speaking and using Dutch in real life. Before you know it, you’ll be surprised at how much you can understand and how easily you can express yourself.

Whether you’re aiming for fluency, preparing for an exam, or just want to practice conversation, I’m here to guide you on your journey—and to make it fun along the way.

Extra information

Be prepared for fun, educational and interesting classes.

Location

Online from Netherlands

About Me

✨ About Me ✨

Hi! I’m Femke, a native Dutch speaker from the Netherlands. I’m 30 years old, living on a farm with my husband and our two young daughters. I studied European Studies, Intercultural Communication, and Globalization, and I’ve always been passionate about languages and cultures. Besides Dutch, I speak English, French, Spanish, and German, and I know some Arabic too.

I love teaching, traveling, singing, painting, swimming, being outdoors, and making jewelry with crystals. I’ve taught students from all over the world and truly enjoy helping people reach their goals while keeping lessons fun and personal.

Education

I studied French Teacher Training and European Studies in the Netherlands, and later completed a master’s in Intercultural Communication and Globalization in Mexico. During my studies I also focused on Spanish, English, French, and German, and gained some knowledge of Arabic.

Experience / Qualifications

I’ve been teaching Dutch for over 4 years to people of all ages and backgrounds. From students preparing for exams to professionals needing Dutch for work, and newcomers wanting to feel at home in the Netherlands—I’ve helped many learners reach their personal goals. My focus is always on creating a supportive, motivating environment where you can grow step by step and feel confident using Dutch in real life.

Age

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

90 minutes

120 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Dutch

Spanish

Skills

Dutch

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

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A qualified language coach with 25 years of experience offers intensive Dutch lessons in a small class or online.

I give many Dutch NT2 lessons to expats and in preparation for an integration exam.
Specialized in guiding for the State Exam I and II. Special exam coach.

In January 2025 I will also start with groups again. We have a great classroom in the center of Rotterdam, near metro station Beurs, lessons with small homogeneous groups (little difference in level).

We mainly go for quality and not just running a lesson. I am really involved in the progress of the student. In addition to teaching, I want to do everything to really motivate students to take the next step. That is my strength!

You can also choose the online lesson package with Whereby, Teams or Zoom in a comfortable way. Online classes are one-on-one or maximum one-on-two, for better results.

My English is fluent, as well as Portuguese and Spanish. I understand the difficulties of overcoming barriers for Latin languages and for expats in general, as I have also been an expat.

Online lessons last 75 minutes once a week for 10 weeks to reach a higher level.

This is the normal speed. Including exam training (A-2 or Staatsexamen) and exam at the end.

Intensive training ? That can also be done in five to ten full days, I am used to giving these very intensive trainings to CEOs or managers who want it faster and more intensive ... all lessons within 3 or 4 weeks. Based on the European system A-1, A-2, B-1, B-2 and C-1

As soon as students want to further improve their knowledge of Dutch, I always advise and coach them to take the State Exam I or II, the only formal Certificate in this country, recognized by employers and universities.

I will try to switch to conversation after a few lessons, to put your knowledge into practice as soon as possible. Don't get too caught up in the grammar.

Teaching is my ultimate passion and even after 25 years it feels like the first time and students always feel inspired to overcome the obstacles.

I also teach you about Dutch social culture, which is intertwined in the course and is strongly related to the language.

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I also speak French and German.
I am reserved and flexible with my time.

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Carola

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Carolina

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Karin

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My lessons are interactive, practice-oriented and adapted to your learning style and level. Together we work with clear steps and achievable goals, so that you quickly see progress. With me as a teacher, you will not only discover the language, but also the culture and the nuances that help you to really communicate and make an impression.

Ron

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Whether you're learning for travel, work, or personal growth, I’ll guide you step by step.
✅ Beginner to advanced levels
✅ Clear materials you can print or copy
✅ Remote-friendly with flexible scheduling
Let’s make language learning something you look forward to!

Sarrah

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Melissa

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Who is it for?

-> * University and college students looking to master Dutch for studies or daily life.

-> * Professionals seeking Business Dutch for the corporate world — from architects, linguists, and accountants to IT specialists — including preparation for European Commission contexts and SELOR language tests. (All tests covered; materials provided.)

What you’ll learn:
All skills can be trained, at any level and in any context: reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

Get started: Book your first lesson and we’ll design a learning path tailored to your needs and goals.

Yvette

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My name is Yvette, I am a primary school teacher and educational psychologist and have more than 10 years of experience teaching Dutch abroad.
During an initial consultation, we'll discuss your needs. Why do you want to learn Dutch, and which aspects of the language should receive the most attention? Everyone has different goals and desires, and my lessons are tailored to them. I teach everyone, young and old, who wants to learn Dutch or improve their skills. I believe it's important to structure the lessons so that everyone gets the most out of each hour, while also allowing room for variety and improvisation. My experience as a teacher and educational psychologist has taught me how to quickly put people at ease. Moreover, I've personally experienced what it's like to learn a foreign language (German and English), so I can easily empathize.

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Lessons are adapted to your level and goals, whether you want to feel more confident speaking, improve comprehension, or use Dutch in everyday situations.

Classes are mainly online and tailored to your pace. Clear explanations, structure and a calm learning environment are central to my approach.