Jumpstart your Dutch with our one week private intensive Dutch course
A highly personalised one-week intensive Dutch course tailored to your goals, pace and real-life situations.
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Fully specialised in in-company Dutch training and one-week intensive Dutch courses -
Trusted by 1500+ students and 100+ teams at bunq, TNW, Corendon and more -
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Fully focused on helping you achieve your personal Dutch goals
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"This was exactly what I needed! She adapted the lessons perfectly to my specific needs [...] relevant for my work as well as my hobbies." - Google Review
A one-week intensive Dutch course tailored to you
What to expect from our one-week intensivuce Dutch course for internationals?
- Private classes: A highly personalised week fully focused on your Dutch goals, confidence and progress.
- Professional and practical Dutch: Focused on the conversations, situations and communication styles that matter in your work and daily life.
- Course length: Five days of intensive learning with morning lessons, independent practice and afternoon sessions.
- Location: In-person (your office or home in Amsterdam) or online, depending on what works best for you.
- Costs: €1870,- for a fully personalised one-week Dutch immersion including 17.5 hours of lessons, intensive feedback, WhatsApp support throughout the week, a personalised learning plan, a certificate and a detailed progress report afterwards.
- Your teacher: Noémie Winkel (Owner of More than Les), with 10+ years of experience helping internationals feel at home in Dutch.
One intensive Dutch week people truly love
Professionals from bunq, TNW, Corendon, IDH and 100+ other international companies.
"The one-week intensive Dutch course was a great way to speed up my Dutch [...] the lessons were very well balanced between grammar, vocabulary and practice." - Google Review
Rapid mastery, real impact
Get up to speed in just one week with our Dutch course. Here's why and how our unique approach benefits you:
- Yes, that might sound a bit self-assured, but it’s true. Let me explain why. I strongly believe that learning Dutch is most effective when there’s a great connection with the teacher. Most of my students come to me through recommendations from friends, colleagues, and HR members.
- For over 8 years, I have helped people improve their Dutch language skills in Amsterdam. In that time, I’ve assisted more than 1500 students. I know how to explain things clearly, simply, and effectively while remaining positive and energetic!
- I don’t like overly formal lessons myself. It’s very important to me that the Dutch lessons aren’t boring. I want you to feel energized and have fun during this week as well. So don’t worry, you’ll learn a lot while also feeling comfortable.
- Making mistakes is okay! This is crucial for the learning process and your overall mindset. Be proud that you are committed to learning Dutch, especially in Amsterdam, where it can be quite challenging. That’s what I want to convey to you. My aim is to boost your confidence so you dare! Let’s go!
- What I love about this course is the opportunity to work closely with each student. You receive continuous feedback and personalized tips to help you improve quickly during your intensive Dutch bootcamp. This ensures you are always on the right track and making the most of your learning time. By the end of the week, I’m having real conversations with students who could barely say “hallo” when they started. It’s truly rewarding to witness their incredible progress!
- We incorporate real-world practice into the lessons. Are you into tennis? We talk about that and give you an extra vocab list that you can use on the tennis court! Douze points for you!
We simplify grammar and vocabulary learning with tips and tricks that stick. Plus, we recommend the best tools and apps to help you reinforce your learning in between classes.
- Our Dutch language course schedule is adaptable to your needs, allowing you to balance intensive learning with necessary breaks and personal time. So, you have free time between classes to unwind, relax, work, or do some homework.
- Yes, that’s correct! It’s much cheaper than certain other Dutch intensive courses where you will have to invest sometimes triple the amount!
- We do everything to teach you Dutch as soon as possible! Sometimes we can even start the Dutch course for expats within a week!
- For that one week, the teacher is yours! I am available 24/7, and yes, we mean for all Dutch-related questions 😉.
Ready for your intensive Dutch language course in Amsterdam, online or somewhere else?
Fast results, personal attention, and an approach you'll actually look forward to.
Welcome! You’ve landed in the world of stroopwafels, bike traffic jams, refreshingly direct colleagues, and one of Europe’s trickiest languages to crack. Maybe you work at a tech startup on a canal, a pharma giant in a science park, or an international firm in the heart of Amsterdam. And you’ve already discovered what most expats discover quickly: English takes you far. Just not quite far enough. Not far enough to catch the joke at the coffee machine. Not far enough to chat with your neighbour without that familiar awkward pause. Not far enough to feel like you actually live here, rather than just passing through. That’s the gap an intensive Dutch course is designed to close. Fast.
At More than Les, we don’t do fluorescent-lit classrooms or grammar drills that make your eyes glaze over. We do warmth, personal attention, and Dutch that’s immediately usable, in your workplace, your neighbourhood, and everywhere in between. Our intensive Dutch course is built around your world: your industry, your schedule, and the specific situations where Dutch would change everything for you.
The result? Students who come in hesitant and leave confident. Often in just one week. So grab a coffee (or tea, no judgement) and let us show you what learning Dutch actually feels like when it’s done right.
Why an intensive Dutch course is the key to success
Let’s be honest: you have a busy schedule. Between stand-ups, deadlines, sprint reviews, and your social life, you don’t have time for courses that take months before you can form a simple sentence. This is exactly why intensive Dutch courses are so popular among professionals like you. You immerse yourself in the language. No distractions, total focus. Research on language acquisition shows that this “immersion” helps your brain pick up the language much faster than with traditional one-hour-a-week lessons. Your brain is forced to recognize patterns, not as isolated rules, but as a living means of communication.
With a language intensive Dutch course, the pace picks up, but the barrier comes down. You learn by doing. Not next month, but now. The goal is to eliminate that initial fear of speaking. By engaging intensively, you break through the barrier from “I don’t dare” to “I’ll just do it.” And that is exactly where our strength lies. Whereas with weekly lessons you often forget what you learned in the previous lesson (the so-called “forgetting curve”), with an intensive program you stay in the flow. The result? What you would learn in a regular course over six months, we cover in just one week.
More than just intensive Dutch courses
The name says it all: we are More than (a) Les(son).
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We believe that learning a language is more than just cramming vocabulary into your head; it’s about connection, culture, and fun. Our approach is personal, informal, and warm. No cold, stuffy classrooms, just a place where you feel at home.
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Our teachers have over 10 years of experience and are not only certified but also just really nice people who understand what you need. Whether you’re an expat at ASML, work in the hotel industry, or are an engineer building the backend of a complex website; we speak your language (and teach you ours).
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Our intensive Dutch course is, like it's name: intensive, but never intimidating. We use real-life scenarios that are relevant to your life. Do you need to give a presentation to your team? Then we’ll practice that. Do you want to talk about your passion for coding or art? Then that’s what we’ll cover. We look at who you are and what you need.
The psychology of learning a new language: It’s okay to make mistakes!
Let’s boost your confidence!
"Noémie is super fun, engaging, patient and encouraging which made me feel comfortable practising and making mistakes." - Google Review
One of the biggest obstacles to learning a new language isn’t grammar, but the fear of making mistakes. “What if I say something stupid?” is a thought many of us have had. At MoreThanLes, we turn this on its head. Making mistakes isn’t just allowed, it’s necessary! No pain, no gain. In our lessons, we create a “safe space.” A warm environment where we laugh together at slip-ups (because, yes, “huur” and “hoer” are dangerously close in pronunciation, and that leads to hilarious moments!). That relaxed atmosphere helps your brain learn better. Stress actually blocks the learning process. Because we create such an informal atmosphere, you feel freer to experiment. And it’s precisely in that experimentation that growth happens.
The ultimate option: Our individual intensive Dutch course (private lessons)
If you are looking for the absolute crème de la crème of intensive Dutch course options
Our individual private course is the perfect fit for you if you want the best of the best, and fast. Forget about thirty classmates and waiting your turn. This is all about you. In a time when time is your most precious asset, efficiency is king.
What exactly do you get?
- 1 week of full focus: Five days, with 17.5 hours of one-on-one lessons. This is equivalent to months of regular instruction.
- Personalized attention: An experienced instructor (like our star Noémie or one of our other experts) who tailors the program 100% to your goals. Do you need specific jargon for your job? We’ll dive right into that.
- Location of your choice: Take the lessons at our cozy, homey location in Amsterdam or opt for the convenience of learning online from the comfort of your own chair.
- Quick results: This is the “pressure cooker” for your language skills. After just one week, you’ll be amazed at what you can do. You’ll walk out with a backpack full of confidence.
Some people compare our approach to the well-known intensive Dutch programs in Vught because of the immersive nature and fast progress. We simply bring that experience into a more modern, flexible and highly personalised setting.
This course is for you, if you want to...
- ...get started quickly, due to time constraints or an important upcoming event.
- .. be able to talk to your colleagues in Dutch.
- ..gain more confidence in your Dutch.
- ..stay in the Netherlands and feel more at home.
- ..integrate more into Dutch culture and daily life.
- ..improve your Dutch for career advancement opportunities.
- ..feel more comfortable navigating daily tasks like shopping, dining, and traveling.
- ..prepare for Dutch language exams or certifications.
FAQ
As a beginner, you may sometimes feel overwhelmed by all the rules. At MoreThanLes, we offer specialized programs for beginners (Level 0 to A1/A2). Our one-week individual course is perfect for this: you’ll build a solid foundation in a short amount of time without getting bogged down in theory. We focus directly on speaking and listening—the foundation of communication.
Yes, absolutely! Effectiveness lies in the approach. A course is only effective if it aligns with your learning style and goals. Because we work one-on-one or in very small groups, there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach. You learn what you need, and that makes it the most effective method. No learning unnecessary words you’ll never use, but focusing on what’s relevant to you.
The “best” course is one that fits into your life. For professionals seeking quality but who don’t have months to spare, our private course is often considered the best option. Just read our reviews; students often describe us as the modern, personalized alternative to large, cumbersome institutions. The combination of speed, enjoyment, and results makes us unique.
You learn to speak by… speaking! In our lessons, the emphasis is on conversation, not on fill-in-the-blank exercises in a workbook. We create a safe atmosphere where you’re allowed to make mistakes. Our teachers correct you in a constructive way, so your confidence grows. With 17.5 hours of lessons in a single week, you’ll make progress that would otherwise take months.
Absolutely. Our individual intensive Dutch course can be taken entirely online. Ideal if you travel a lot, are still abroad before moving to the Netherlands, or simply prefer to learn from home. We use interactive tools so it feels just as personal as in person. It’ll feel like your teacher is right there with you at the kitchen table.
The focus is 100% on you. Do you struggle with the past tense? Then we’ll keep practicing that. Do you want to learn industry jargon for your job in pharmacy or tech? Then we’ll incorporate that. You’ll progress much faster than in a group because you’re constantly speaking. You set the pace; we guide the route.
With us, “customized” is the standard, not the exception. We discuss your goals, background, and level beforehand. Whether you want to learn how to apply for a job in Dutch, need to know medical terms, or want to chat informally with neighbors, we tailor the program to you.
All our teachers have at least 10 years of experience. They are certified and know exactly how to guide expats and professionals. No interns still learning the ropes, but passionate professionals who understand how language acquisition works.
Because we’re flexible and not tied to academic years or semesters, we can often start a program for you on very short notice. Especially with individual courses, “getting started quickly” is one of our biggest advantages. No waiting lists for months—just action.
At MoreThanLes, we plan in consultation with you. No waiting until September or February; we look at when your schedule allows. Are you free next week and ready to dive in? Chances are we can make it happen.
For businesses, we offer in-company training for groups of 2 to 8 people. This ensures that everyone gets a chance to participate and that the quality remains high. Unlike classes with 15+ people, no one can hide in the back of the classroom with us. Everyone participates, and everyone learns.
