Bring your team closer together with an in-company Dutch group course that everyone will enjoy​

Absolutely. Language is the key to culture. By understanding the language, employees also better understand the jokes, the news, and the conversations during lunch breaks. This greatly reduces feelings of isolation and fosters a sense of belonging.

Absolutely. Learning together creates a shared experience. Colleagues see each other in a vulnerable, learning role. When you struggle together with the “G” sound, it creates a bond that goes deeper than just work-related tasks. It strengthens mutual trust.

Yes, it breaks down “silos.” We often see backend developers suddenly speaking with sales colleagues in Dutch during the course. People who otherwise barely speak to each other now have a common goal. Those connections persist after class.

It’s essential. Without language, you’ll always remain a bit of an outsider. With language—even basic knowledge—you show goodwill and interest in your new home country. This is greatly appreciated by Dutch colleagues and clients, which speeds up integration.

That’s exactly what it’s for! Our focus is on building the confidence to speak. Being able to ask “How was your weekend?” in Dutch, or join in a conversation about the weather, works wonders for the atmosphere on Monday morning at the coffee machine.

Yes, don’t underestimate this. It’s about the gesture and making it accessible. A simple “good morning,” “enjoy your meal,” or “have a nice weekend” in Dutch already brings a smile and creates a connection. It takes the edge off communication.

Employees feel valued when the employer invests in them. This directly translates into higher engagement and loyalty to the company. They see that you believe in their future in the Netherlands.

By breaking down language barriers together, you also improve general communication skills. People learn to listen to each other better, be patient, and understand each other’s cultural backgrounds. This directly benefits collaboration in project teams.

Check the checklist in this article. Pay particular attention to the “click” with the company, the teachers’ experience (ask for resumes!), and the ability to customize the program. Cheap providers often supply students; for business impact, you need professionals.

At MoreThanLes, these are exclusively certified teachers with at least 10 years of experience. They are confident, have a sense of humor, and understand the business context.

In addition to the basics (grammar, vocabulary), we focus primarily on practical skills. How do I conduct a phone call? How do I handle Dutch directness? How do I write a short email? And, of course, industry-specific jargon relevant to your company.

For companies, yes. In open enrollment, your employees are seated among random tourists and students. In an in-company Dutch group course, they learn with colleagues (in a safe and relevant environment), the content is tailored to your work (immediately applicable), and they don’t lose any travel time.

We use interim evaluations and, more importantly, real-world scenarios. Can they now handle that customer conversation? Do they feel confident starting a presentation in Dutch? We provide regular progress updates to HR or the team lead.

It significantly lowers the barrier for employees. They no longer have to travel after work. It’s “part of the job.” Plus, you can practice right in the workplace: “What is this device called in Dutch?”

This is language training organized exclusively for your employees, often at your own office. The content, pace, and goals are fully tailored to your organization’s needs.

It’s very simple: we conduct an intake to determine the levels, create a customized plan, schedule the lessons in consultation with you (often during or immediately after work hours), and get started. You provide a room and coffee; we take care of the rest.

Our prices are fair and in line with market averages, especially considering the experience of the instructors you’ll be bringing on board. A full in-company Dutch group course (for a group of up to 8 people) starts at €3,870. With a full group, that works out to just about €485 per employee for the entire program. This includes course materials, preparation, and travel expenses within our focus regions.

A standard program lasts an average of 12 to 14 weeks. We recommend weekly 2-hour sessions (for example, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM or during lunch break). This schedule has proven ideal: frequent enough to retain the material (“spaced repetition”), but not so intensive that it conflicts with sprints, releases, or busy shifts at the hotel.

Very quickly. Since we aren’t tied to semesters, we can often start within a few weeks once the groups have been formed and the intake is complete.

We come to you! We’re right at home with various international companies, especially in the Amsterdam, Schiphol-Rijk, Hoofddorp, and Utrecht regions.

Prefer online because your team works partly remotely? No problem—our online lessons are just as energetic and interactive as the in-person sessions, thanks to smart use of breakout rooms and digital tools.