Dutch self-assessment
Not sure what group you belong in? To move to a group beyond Dutch 1, you should have some familiarity with most of the topics below. For Dutch 2 you should be able to recognise, understand and apply some of the topics below. For Dutch 3, you will be familiar with most of the topics below and can apply them in sentences without peaking at your notes. Please note that not all levels are delivered at all times.
Still not sure what course you should enrol in? Send us an email.
This quick self-check will tell you exactly which Dutch class to enrol in.
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Start here:
Have you ever studied Dutch before?
No → Dutch 1
Yes → go to next question
Can you introduce yourself and hold a basic conversation?
Not really → Dutch 1
Yes → next
Can you talk about past/future events and understand conversations?
Somewhat → Dutch 2
Easily → Dutch 3
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Can you...?
Dutch 1 – You can…
Introduce yourself (name, age, where you live)
Ask and answer simple questions
Understand basic words when spoken slowly
Read simple sentences
Dutch 2 – You can…
Hold short conversations about daily life
Talk about what you did yesterday
Understand the main idea in conversations
Write short paragraphs
Dutch 3 – You can…
Speak comfortably in conversations
Explain opinions and give reasons
Understand most spoken Dutch (with some gaps)
Read longer texts/articles
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Student profiles
Dutch 1:
“I’ve never learned Dutch before, or I only know a few words from family or travel.” This level is perfect if you’re starting fresh or rebuilding basics.Dutch 2:
“I’ve done some Dutch before, can have basic conversations, but feel stuck.” This level is great if you’ve learned before but feel a bit rusty.Dutch 3:
“I can already speak Dutch fairly well but want to improve fluency and confidence.” This level is for confident speakers ready to expand and refine. -
Activity
Write 2–3 sentences about yourself in Dutch.
If you can only write words → Dutch 1
Simple sentences → Dutch 2
Connected sentences with detail → Dutch 3
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Finding your level
If you ticked mostly Dutch 1 statements → Start with Dutch 1
If you ticked a mix of Dutch 1 & 2 → Choose Dutch 2
If you ticked mostly Dutch 2+ → Go for Dutch 3
How confident do you feel using Dutch?😬 Not confident → Dutch 1
🙂 Somewhat confident → Dutch 2
😄 Confident → Dutch 3
If you’re unsure between two levels, choose the lower one for confidence.
It’s completely normal to be unsure — we can always adjust your level after your first class.
Not sure if you belong in Dutch 2 or 3?
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Topics you should know for Dutch 2 & 3
You are able to use and understand simple sentences in the following topics:
Introducing yourself and others
Describing your family, friends and colleagues
Describing what you do and your hobbies
Asking about and describing locations
Meeting and getting to know people
Using and accepting invitations
Hosting guests
Expressing feelings
Describing your day
Sharing what you love or enjoy
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Are you familiar with? (Dutch 2 & 3)
You are able to understand the following grammar:
Articles: de, het, een
Nouns singular & plural: e.g. man - mannen, vrouw - vrouwen
Adjectives (describing words): e.g. mooi - mooie, klein - kleine
Personal pronouns: e.g. ik, jij, hij, zij, etc.
Possessive pronouns (verbs): e.g. mijn, jouw, zijn / haar etc.
Question words: e.g. wie, wat, waar, wanneer, etc.
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Can you apply? (Dutch 2 & 3)
You are able to apply the following grammar in simple sentences:
Present tense: e.g. ik werk, hij / zij werkt
Irregular verbs: zijn / hebben
e.g. Ik ben, hij / zij is, etc. / Ik heb, hij / zij heeft, etc.Reflexive verbs: e.g. zich wassen => ik was me, hij / zij wast zich
Negatives: e.g. Hij werkt niet / Zij heeft geen werk
Questions: e.g. werkt hij / zij?
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Tenses (Dutch 2 & 3)
You are familiar with the following tenses and how to use them:
Present tense is: Ik werk hard (I work hard) - Ik ben ziek (I am sick)
Past tense in Dutch? e.g. Ik werkte hard (I worked hard) - Ik was ziek (I was sick)
Present perfect tense in Dutch? e.g. Ik heb hard gewerkt (I have worked hard) - Ik ben ziek geweest (I have been sick) -
Am I suitable for Dutch 2 or 3?
If you are confident in using and understanding items from these columns, you would be suitable for Dutch 3.
If you are only familiar with some of these, then choose Dutch 2.
Dutch Courses
New 8-week term announced: Thursdays 12 February - 2 April 2026, 6-8pm
Overview:
Learn Dutch from scratch, no experience required! This course teaches basic Dutch with the main focus on speaking and understanding Dutch in everyday situations. In the process, learn more about Dutch customs, culture and history. Students will be encouraged to participate in speaking exercises, role-plays, dialogues, and group activities. Classes are taught by Marion, who is a passionate native Dutch speaker and professional teacher with over 30 teaching years experience.
Currently only available to adult learners.
Outcomes:
By the end of the 8-week course, most students will have acquired enough language to engage in simple conversations in various situations.
The pace of the course and what is covered will vary according to the group.
Support materials:
Students will be provided with online support materials to assist with the online lessons. Support materials are not designed to be used without attending the corresponding lessons. Content will be added and adjusted as students progress throughout the course, tailored to the needs of the class. You will need a Google/Gmail account to access the support materials.
Learning:
This course includes 2 hours a week of guided group learning. To get the full benefits of the course, it is recommended that learners continue practicing between classes. Try to set aside at least 10mins everyday for independent study with the provided support materials. Little bits everyday can be more effective than one long study period, especially to achieve fluency and retention of vocabulary and grammar.
Requirements:
A stable internet connection
Working webcam and microphone
A quiet space with minimal background noise
A writing-pad and pen to take notes
Join 10 mins early to ask any questions or test your connection
A (free) Google account to access support materials
Please ensure you have your webcam switched on and your mic off when you join the class. We kindly ask that you enable your webcam during class sessions for an optimal experience to help create an engaging environment that benefits everyone.
It is advisable to have two devices during the live class, so that you can access the support materials while you participate in the live call (e.g. a mobile device with the course materials next to a laptop with the live session). Alternatively you can print out the materials before the class.
How to join:
You will receive a welcome email a week prior to the start date with the Google Meet joining link and further instructions.
Details:
When: Thursdays, 12 February - 2 April 2026 (inclusive): 8 week course
Where: Online live classes via Google Meet
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm AEDT
How: Instructions and Google Meet link will be sent to your nominated email address before the course begins.
Please read the terms and conditions before signing up, click here for the terms and conditions.
New 8-week course: Tuesdays 19 August - 7 October (included), 6-8pm AEST
Get $20 off when you use the discount code: DUTCH20 during checkout before 10 August, 2025 11:59pm.
Overview:
If you’ve completed a beginner Dutch course or already have a basic foundation in the language, this follow-up course is designed for adult learners to help you build your fluency and confidence in speaking Dutch. Over 8 weeks, you’ll continue developing your speaking, listening, and comprehension abilities through dynamic and interactive activities tailored to real-life situations.
To check if you are suitable for this course, please read through this SELF ASSESSMENT page.
Classes are taught by Marion, who is a passionate native Dutch speaker and professional teacher with over 30 teaching years experience.
Currently only available to adult learners.
In Dutch 2, you'll:
Deepen your understanding of essential grammar and sentence structures
Expand your vocabulary for everyday conversations
Practice speaking through role-plays, dialogues, and group activities
Improve listening skills with authentic audio and interactive exercises
Gain insight into Dutch expressions and informal speech for more natural communication
With a focus on practical use, this course goes beyond repetition – it's about applying what you know, learning from context, and becoming more comfortable using Dutch in a variety of social and everyday settings. Whether you're planning to travel, work, or connect with Dutch speakers, this course will help you build fluency and confidence.
The pace of the course will vary according to the group.
Support materials:
Students will be provided with an online support materials to assist with the online lessons. Support materials are not designed to be used without attending the corresponding lessons. Content will be added and adjusted as students progress throughout the course, tailored to the needs of the class. You will need a Google/Gmail account to access the support materials.
Learning:
This course includes 2 hours a week of guided group learning. To get the full benefits of the course, it is recommended that learners continue practicing between classes. Try to set aside at least 10mins everyday for independent study with the provided support materials. Little bits everyday can be more effective than one long study period, especially to achieve fluency and retention of vocabulary and grammar.
Requirements:
A stable internet connection
Working webcam and microphone
A quiet space with minimal background noise
A writing-pad and pen to take notes
Join 10 mins early to ask any questions or test your connection
A (free) Google account to access support materials
Please ensure you have your webcam switched on and your mic off when you join the class. We kindly ask that you enable your webcam during class sessions for an optimal experience to help create an engaging environment that benefits everyone.
It is advisable to have two devices during the live class, so that you can access the support materials while you participate in the live call (e.g. a mobile device with the course materials next to a laptop with the live session). Alternatively you can print out the materials before the class.
How to join:
You will receive a welcome email a week prior to the start date with the Google Meet joining link and further instructions.
Details:
When: Tuesdays 19 August - 7 October (included)
Where: Online live classes via Google Meet
Time: 6-8 pm AEDT / AEST (short break midway)
How: Instructions and Google Meet link will be sent to your nominated email address before the course begins.
Please read the terms and conditions before signing up, click here for the terms and conditions.
New term: Tuesdays 10 February - 31 March 2026, 6-8pm AEST
This course is for students who have completed the ‘Dutch 2’ course. If you have an equivalent level and you’re unsure if this course suits you, send an enquiry here prior to enrolling.
This course aims to further develop conversational skills for everyday situations through speaking and listening activities. Learners will increase their confidence in speaking and conversation, with a special focus on pronunciation, listening skills, sentence structure, and ways of saying things that are typically Dutch. Grammar, vocabulary and theory topics are adjusted and tailored to each class context. Dialogues in authentic situations, poems, cartoons, songs, short videos, and reading material can be used as a starting point for conversation.
Students can also be encouraged to participate in role play, listening and speaking exercises to help with responding to questions, improving sentence structure and grammar.
To fully benefit from the course, students are expected to prepare and revise in between lessons.
Classes are taught by Marion, who is a passionate native Dutch speaker and professional teacher with over 30 teaching years experience.
Currently only available to adult learners.
Outcomes:
By the end of this course, most students will have:
developed basic conversational skills,
strategies to better understand and speak Dutch in everyday situations,
improved fluency, pronunciation and sentence structure,
more familiarity with Dutch culture,
the ability to engage in conversations in various situations, including expressing opinions on a variety of topics.
The pace of the course will vary according to the group.
Support materials:
Students will be provided with an online support materials to assist with the online lessons. Support materials are not designed to be used without attending the corresponding lessons. Content will be added and adjusted as students progress throughout the course, tailored to the needs of the class. You will need a Google/Gmail account to access the support materials.
Learning:
This course includes 1.5 hours a week of guided group learning. To get the full benefits of the course, it is recommended that learners continue practicing between classes. Try to set aside at least 10mins everyday for independent study with the provided support materials. Little bits everyday can be more effective than one long study period, especially to achieve fluency and retention of vocabulary and grammar.
Requirements:
A stable internet connection
Working webcam and microphone
A quiet space with minimal background noise
A writing-pad and pen to take notes
Join 10 mins early to ask any questions or test your connection
A (free) Google account to access support materials
Please ensure you have your webcam switched on and your mic off when you join the class. We kindly ask that you enable your webcam during class sessions for an optimal experience to help create an engaging environment that benefits everyone.
It is advisable to have two devices during the live class, so that you can access the support materials while you participate in the live call (e.g. a mobile device with the course materials next to a laptop with the live session). Alternatively you can print out the materials before the class.
How to join:
You will receive a welcome email a week prior to the start date with the Google Meet joining link and further instructions.
Details:
When: Tuesdays 10 February - 31 March 2026 (inclusive)
Where: Online live classes via Google Meet
Time: 6:30-8 pm AEDT / AEST (short break midway)
How: Instructions and Google Meet link will be sent to your nominated email address before the course begins.
Please read the terms and conditions before signing up, click here for the terms and conditions.