Dutch A1 course

Learn Dutch at A1 level with conversations classes

4.8 by 415 students.

Personalized curriculum
Conversation classes
Distance learning with a teacher

1 level = 3 months

Learning portal + private classes

Biweekly - 194.70€

Conversation intensive - 387.00€

- or -

Private conversation classes (from 29.90€/h)

4.8/5 2k+ enrolled

This course includes

Lessons 45+
Conversation classes Min. 1/month (flexible).
Level A1
Learning language Dutch
Certificate Yes
Recommended duration 3 months

Course description

Learn Dutch at A1 level with conversations classes

What you will learn

Listening: Understand basic spoken Dutch.
Speaking: Speak basic Dutch.
Reading: Identify familiar words and phrases in brief texts.
Writing: Compose simple sentences and short texts.
Culture: Discover Dutch customs and traditions.
Perfect for preparing for the NT2 exam.

Who is this course for?

You want to use Dutch naturally in everyday conversations and real-life situations.
Professionals working in Dutch-speaking environments.
You have a busy and changing schedule.
You are looking for a flexible and efficient way to improve your Dutch.
You want to prepare the NT2 exam and need targeted language practice.

This course in short

Dutch A1 course based on NT2 grammar and vocabulary guidelines.
You study with a mix of self study with assignments and speaking practice classes.
A personal tutor supports you and organizes your learning schedule.
You can monitor your progress through our online platform.

Learning portal

You'll learn with interactive online exercises and videos on our learning portal

Learning portal

Conversation classes with a private teacher

You meet your teacher as often as you want for conversation classes and guidance.

Our curriculum aligns with the NT2 standards as defined by the Taalunie and follows the grammatical conventions outlined in the Van Dale dictionary.

Learn more in less time

No one size fits all... we guide you every month with what you need to study.

Flexible conversation classes

During conversation classes of 60 minutes you train conversation and difficulties. (Minimum once per month).

Personal mentor

Your teacher measures your difficulties and adapts your tasks to your needs.

Flexible distance learning

Your teacher adapts your monthly tasks based on your progress and level.

Stay motivated with personal learning materials!

Your teacher adapts your plan every month and gives personal feedback on tasks.

Examples of some of the learning material you get with coLanguage lessons

Audio and video

Repeat your classes anywhere with our translated videos.

Examples of some of the exercise sheets you can do on coLanguage

Personalized worksheets

Personalized exercises adapted to your needs.

Example slide of a lesson presentation from one of the language courses in coLanguage

Online learning platform

Student translations and class presentations included.

+700 essential words
Personal pronouns
Definite and indefinite articles
Noun gender and plurals
Present tense: regular and irregular verbs
Modal verbs
Separable verbs
Negation
Question formation
Possessive and demonstrative adjectives
Basic adjective agreement
Reflexive verbs
Prepositions
Main clause word order and inversion
Basic conjunctions
Use of er

Real-life dialogues
Authentic video material
Short and level-based reading texts
Short stories based on practical situations
Dutch culture story bites

Open questions
True/false exercise
Fill-in-the-blank listening exercises
Listening comprehension tasks
Vocabulary practice activities
Audio and transcript files
Translations in your chosen language

Learn to greet, introduce yourself, and share basic personal information

Greetings and farewells in Dutch
Asking and stating age
Introducing yourself and asking others' names
Talking about your origin and nationality
Numbers in Dutch

Talk about days, months, time, and weather

Days of the week in Dutch
Months and seasons vocabulary
How to tell the time in Dutch
Describing your daily schedule
Talking about the weather (expressions and phrases)

Build vocabulary to describe everyday life

Talking about food, meals, and drinks
Vocabulary for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Describing your daily routine
Hobbies and leisure activities
Talking about prices, shopping, and payments

Use vocabulary to describe the world around you

Clothing vocabulary and shopping expressions
Colors and basic descriptive adjectives
Describing people: hair, eyes, height, etc.
Naming body parts in Dutch
Talking about common health issues and symptoms

Describe your immediate surroundings and the pets you live with

Talking about your house or apartment
Furniture and household appliances vocabulary
Describing your neighbourhood
Talking about pets and animals
Expressing likes and dislikes

Ask for help, understand directions, use public transport

Describing places in a city
Talking about transport: bus, train, metro, bike
Buying tickets and asking about schedules
Talking about festivals, holidays, and local events
Inviting someone to go out
Accepting or refusing invitations politely

	Biweekly	Conversation intensive
Online learning portaal.
Audio, video and reading.
Offline PDF downloads.
Progress tracking.
Private teacher.
Flexible conversation classes	2 x 60 min. / month	4 x 60 min. / month
Study intensity 45 lessons per CEFR level	15 minutes / day	Optional
When to choose?	You need conversation practice, but have limited time.	You want to focus on fast progress and conversation skills.
Select your course 1 level = 3 months	1 month x 69.00€/month 3 months x 64.90€/month (-6%) 6 months x 59.00€/month (-14%)	1 month x 139.00€/month 3 months x 129.00€/month (-7%) 6 months x 119.00€/month (-14%)