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Yes! Many participants combine:

  • Group courses in the morning + private lessons in the afternoon (maximum progress)
  • Evening courses or Saturday courses + private lessons

We offer great flexibility:

  • Day courses: 9:30-13:00 (Monday to Friday)
  • Evening courses: 19:00-20:30 (Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday)
  • Saturday courses: 9:30-12:30 (Saturday)
  • Lunch courses: 12:30-13:30 (lunch time to be arranged)
  • Private courses: By arrangement (total flexibility)
  • Distance courses: At your own pace

You choose the time slots that suit you!

We guarantee:

  • Measurable progress (level test before/after)
  • Achievement of objectives
  • Participant satisfaction (98% satisfied)
  • Personalized pedagogical follow-up

Results also depend on your commitment and practice outside of lessons.

Yes! We offer:

  • Specific preparation for the Travaillerpour.be test (formerly Selor)
  • Exam simulations
  • Detailed feedback on your weak points
  • Variable duration depending on your current level and objectives to be achieved

Contact us for more details on the preparation.

It's simple:

  1. Take the level test (online)
  2. Choose your course (format, time slots, frequency)
  3. Register (online or by phone)
  4. Start your courses

Courses start regularly.

You can contact us:

  • By phone: 02 218 47 07
  • Online: https://nedaca.be
  • In person: Avenue Louise 54, Brussels

We are available Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm!

Yes! We also offer:

  • English
  • French
  • Spanish

Contact us for more information about other languages.

You will need:

  • A computer, tablet or smartphone
  • A stable internet connection
  • A microphone and headphones 
  • A camera (optional, but recommended)

That's all! No specialized equipment needed.

Maximum 6 students per group (even online). This small group size allows:

  • Personalized attention
  • More speaking time
  • Better interaction

Yes! Many participants combine:

  • Collective courses at distance (for dynamics and price)
  • Private courses at distance (for specific objectives)

We offer combined packages.

Our online participants are:

  • People living far from Brussels or abroad
  • Employees with flexible work schedules
  • Parents who cannot travel
  • People in career transition
  • Candidates for the Selor test

It's a very motivated and diverse group!

We use the Forcing method adapted to online:

  • 80% oral practice (speaking, listening)
  • 20% grammar (essential structures)
  • Progressive immersion (from simple to complex)
  • Role-playing (realistic situations)
  • Personalized feedback (immediate correction)

You can register:

  • At any time depending on the start dates of the different formulas listed on our website 

Yes! Distance courses include:

  • Professional vocabulary
  • Job interview simulations 
  • Useful expressions for speaking at work

Yes! You can:

  • Take online courses most of the time
  • Come in person occasionally (for intensification)

We offer hybrid packages.

The Nederlandse Academie is a specialised school for intensive Dutch language learning in Belgium for over 40 years. We offer:

  • Courses for adults (day, lunch, evening, Saturday, private, online)
  • Courses for children and teenagers (private courses)
  • Courses for companies (tailor-made training)

We have trained over 50,000 learners with a satisfaction rate of 98%.

We are located at:

  • Avenue Louise 54, 1050 Brussels
  • Prestigious and modern facilities
  • Easy to access by public transport

You can also follow all our courses online at a distance.

We use the Forcing method:

  • 80% oral practice (speaking, listening)
  • 20% grammar (essential structures)
  • Progressive immersion (from simple to complex)
  • Role-playing (real-life situations)
  • Personalised feedback (immediate correction)

This is the most effective method to learn Dutch quickly.

We offer :

  • More than 40 years of experience in teaching Dutch
  • 98% satisfied customers
  • 50,000+ trained learners
  • Unique and effective method (Forcing)
  • Small groups (max 6 people)
  • Personalized pedagogical support
  • Maximum flexibility (schedules, formats, content)
  • 24/7 online access (Nedaca@Home platform)

We offer several formats :

For adults :

  • Daytime courses during the week (1-2 weeks)
  • Lunch courses (regular)
  • Saturday courses (regular)
  • Evening courses (regular)
  • Private courses (100% personalized)
  • Distance courses (online)

For children/teens :

  • Private lessons

For businesses :

  • In-company courses (tailor-made)
  • Group or individual trainings

None! We welcome all levels :

  • A0 : Complete beginner (no knowledge)
  • A1 : False beginner (some basics)
  • A2 : Weak intermediate
  • B1 : Intermediate
  • B2 : Strong intermediate
  • C1 : Advanced

A level test allows us to find the right course for you.

This depends on the format :

  • Intensive courses : +1 level in 2 weeks
  • Saturday courses : +0.5 level in 5 weeks and +1 level in 10 weeks
  • Evening courses : +0.5 level in 5 weeks and +1 level in 10 weeks
  • Lunch courses : +0.5 level in 10 weeks
  • Private courses : depends entirely on the chosen formula

Tip : the more hours you follow, the faster you progress!

Day courses

An intensive Dutch training programme is an accelerated learning programme designed to progress rapidly thanks to a sustained pace, strong exposure to the language and reinforced pedagogical support. Unlike standard lessons, intensive training allows you to achieve visible results in a few weeks, or even in a few days.

Yes, provided you use an adapted methodology. Nederlandse Academie applies the Forcing method, an immersive and verbal approach that stimulates natural learning and accelerates the acquisition of linguistic automatisms. This is the method that enables rapid and lasting progress.

The Forcing method is based on:

  • maximum linguistic immersion
  • intensive oral practice
  • constant interaction with the teacher
  • immediate correction of errors

The goal is to force the use of Dutch from the start, in order to quickly overcome obstacles related to grammar or fear of speaking.

Intensive training is for:

  • active adults wishing to advance professionally
  • students preparing for an academic pathway in Belgium
  • people wishing to sustainably integrate into Brussels or surrounding areas
  • anyone needing rapid results, regardless of their level

No minimum level is required. Intensive training is accessible from beginner level (A1) to advanced level (C1). An online level test allows for homogeneous groups to be formed or a personalized program to be proposed.

The level test allows:

  • to precisely evaluate your current skills
  • to avoid training that is too easy or too difficult
  • to adapt the pace, content and intensity

It is a key element to guarantee rapid and efficient progress.

Intensive courses generally take place during the day, with several hours of Dutch per day. This sustained pace allows for total immersion and promotes rapid anchoring of knowledge.

Courses are taught by native speakers, experienced and specially trained in the Forcing method. They support learners in an active, dynamic and personalized manner.

Yes, mainly in small groups, in order to promote:

  • speaking participation
  • constant interaction
  • personalized support

The intentionally reduced group size guarantees optimal pedagogical quality.

Yes. Intensive training can be oriented towards professional Dutch, with:

  • professional vocabulary
  • concrete work situations
  • meetings, calls, emails
  • professional presentations

The content is adjusted according to your sector and needs.

Yes. All intensive training is available:

  • in-person in Brussels
  • at a distance, via interactive virtual classrooms

 

In all cases, you benefit from access to Nedaca@home, the digital platform available 24/7.

The Nedaca@home platform allows:

  • to follow your courses and educational materials online
  • to view your results and progress
  • to train independently via interactive exercises
  • to access a syllabus adapted to your level

It perfectly complements in-person or distance learning.

Learners generally notice:

  • rapid improvement in listening comprehension
  • more fluent speaking
  • increased confidence
  • increased ability to use Dutch in real situations

Progress is often visible from the first days.

After intensive training, it is possible to:

  • continue with evening classes
  • complement with private lessons
  • participate in verbal conversation tables
  • continue learning via the digital platform

The goal is to consolidate acquired knowledge and maintain progress.

Depending on your status (employee, self-employed, job seeker), financing solutions may exist through the Brussels-Capital Region. The Nedaca team will help you explore options suited to your situation.

Registration takes place in a few steps:

  1. Online level test
  2. Discussion with the pedagogical team
  3. Proposal of a tailor-made program
  4. Quick start to the training

Nederlandse Academie means:

  • Over 40 years of experience
  • more than 50,000 trained learners
  • 98% satisfied customers
  • a unique method in Belgium
  • personalized pedagogical support
  • native and committed trainers

Lunch classes

Online midday Dutch courses allow you to learn Dutch at a distance, through real interactive virtual classrooms, while benefiting from the same educational support as in-person lessons. They offer the opportunity to take classes during your lunch break, at the office or at home.

Midday courses take place once a week, between 12:30 and 1:30 PM. The exact times are set after the level test to offer you a schedule that fits your agenda and objectives.

Midday allows you to:

  • learn without professional constraints
  • focus fully on the language
  • maintain regularity in the long term

It's an ideal solution to progress effectively without overloading the rest of your week.

Yes. When well structured, online courses are just as effective as in-person classes. Thanks to the Forcing method, focused on oral interaction and immersion, learners make rapid progress, even at a distance.

Absolutely. The Forcing method is applied to all online courses:

  • constant speaking
  • direct interaction with the teacher
  • immediate corrections
  • intensive oral exercises

The online format maintains the immersive dimension essential to progress.

Yes, thanks to:

  • the Forcing method
  • intensive oral practice
  • access to the Nedaca@home platform

The combination of classes + autonomous training allows for constant and measurable progress, even with a weekly rhythm.

Evening courses use the Forcing method, based on:

  • intensive oral practice
  • constant exchanges with the teacher
  • immediate corrections
  • real-world situations

This approach allows linguistic patterns to be quickly embedded.

Online courses are aimed at:

  • working adults
  • students
  • expatriates
  • people living outside Brussels

They are suitable for anyone wishing to learn Dutch with great flexibility.

Online courses are accessible from beginner level (A1) to advanced level (C1). An online level test allows us to offer a program tailored to each learner.

The level test allows you to:

  • accurately assess your competencies
  • be directed to the right program
  • adapt the pace and content

It guarantees rapid and structured progress, even at a distance.

Courses are taught by native speakers and experienced teachers trained in intensive teaching and the facilitation of interactive virtual classrooms.

To take online courses, you only need:

  • a computer or tablet
  • a stable internet connection
  • a webcam and microphone

No particular technical skills are required.

Access to Nedaca@home includes:

  • digital course materials
  • interactive exercises
  • progress monitoring
  • 24/7 autonomous training

It's an essential complement to consolidate learning between classes.

Learners observe :

  • a gradual improvement in oral proficiency
  • better comprehension
  • increased confidence in using Dutch

Results depend on personal involvement, but progress is real and lasting.

Depending on your status (employee, self-employed, company), certain financing solutions can be considered through the Brussels Region. The Nedaca team will guide you through this process.

Registration takes just a few simple steps:

  1. Online level test
  2. Discussion with the pedagogical team
  3. Program validation
  4. Quick course start

Choosing the Nederlandse Academie means benefiting from:

  • over 40 years of expertise
  • over 50,000 trained learners
  • a unique method in Belgium
  • personalized pedagogical support
  • maximum flexibility, even on weekends

Evening classes

Evening Dutch classes are intended for working adults, employees, self-employed persons or students, who wish to learn or improve their Dutch outside working hours, without slowing their progress.

Evening classes generally take place on weekdays, between 6 PM and 9 PM. Exact times are determined after the level test to offer a schedule that fits your agenda and objectives.

Classes can be organized:

  • 2 times per week
  • over a short or long period

The frequency is adjusted to guarantee regular progression, even with a busy schedule.

Yes. Thanks to the Forcing method, focused on oral and interaction, evening classes allow you to achieve concrete and measurable progress, even with a limited number of hours per week.

Evening lessons use the Forcing method, based on:

  • intensive oral practice
  • constant exchanges with the teacher
  • immediate corrections
  • realistic situations

This approach ensures that linguistic automatisms are quickly anchored.

Evening lessons are primarily offered in small groups, in order to:

  • encourage speaking
  • maintain strong interaction
  • guarantee quality pedagogical follow-up

Private evening lessons are also possible.

Evening lessons are accessible from beginner level (A1) to advanced level (C1). An online level test is mandatory to form homogeneous groups.

The level test makes it possible to:

  • accurately assess your actual level
  • adapt the pace and content
  • avoid inadequate training

It is essential to ensure effective progress.

Lessons are taught by native speakers and experienced teachers, specialised in teaching Dutch to adults and trained in the Forcing method.

Yes. Evening lessons can include:

  • professional vocabulary
  • concrete work situations
  • meetings, calls and emails

They are particularly suitable for people working in Brussels or its surroundings.

Yes. Evening lessons are offered:

  • in-person in Brussels
  • remotely, via interactive virtual classrooms

In both cases, you have full access to Nedaca@home.

The Nedaca@home platform allows you to:

  • access lesson materials
  • practise through interactive exercises
  • track your progress online
  • continue learning between two lessons

It is accessible 24/7.

Learners generally notice:

  • better listening comprehension
  • increasing ease in speaking
  • more confidence in real situations
  • sustained progress over the long term

Yes. Evening lessons can be combined with:

  • private lessons
  • intensive training
  • Saturday lessons
  • verbal conversation tables

This combination makes it possible to accelerate progress.

Depending on your status (employee, self-employed, company), certain financing solutions can be considered through the Brussels Region. The Nedaca team will assist you in analysing the possibilities.

Registration is straightforward:

  1. Online level test
  2. Discussion with the pedagogical team
  3. Proposal for a tailored programme
  4. Quick start of lessons

Choosing the Nederlandse Academie means benefiting from:

  • more than 40 years of experience
  • more than 50,000 trained learners
  • a unique method in Belgium
  • personalised pedagogical follow-up
  • great flexibility for working adults

Saturday class

The Saturday Dutch lessons are intended for active adults, self-employed, employees, students or parents, who cannot attend lessons during the week but wish to make serious progress in Dutch without sacrificing their professional life.

Saturday allows you to:

  • learn without professional constraints
  • focus fully on the language
  • maintain consistency over the long term

This is an ideal solution to make efficient progress without added stress during the week.

Classes take place on Saturday, generally in the morning. Exact lesson times are set after the level test to ensure a consistent and effective pace.

Yes, thanks to:

  • the Forcing method
  • intensive oral practice
  • access to the Nedaca@home platform

The combination of lessons + autonomous training allows for constant and measurable progress, even with a weekly pace.

Saturday lessons use exactly the same intensive method as other Nedaca trainings:

  • maximum immersion
  • permanent interaction
  • priority given to oral
  • immediate corrections

The Forcing method is applied to all formats, including weekends.

Saturday lessons are mainly offered in small groups, to:

  • encourage participation
  • guarantee quality supervision
  • maintain strong collective dynamics

Private lessons on Saturday are also possible.

 

Classes are accessible to all levels, from complete beginner to advanced. An online level test is required to create homogeneous groups or propose a more suitable alternative.

The level test allows you to:

  • evaluate your actual knowledge
  • adapt the teaching methodology
  • avoid wasting time

It guarantees rapid and coherent progression, even on a weekly schedule.

Classes are taught by native speakers and experienced teachers, trained in intensive Dutch teaching and the Forcing method.

Yes. Dutch classes on Saturday are offered:

  • in-person in Brussels
  • online, via interactive virtual classrooms

In both cases, you benefit from full access to the Nedaca@home platform.

Access to Nedaca@home includes:

  • digital course materials
  • interactive exercises
  • progress tracking
  • autonomous training 24/7

It is an essential complement to consolidate your knowledge between two Saturdays.

Yes. Classes can integrate:

  • professional vocabulary
  • concrete work situations
  • oral communication in real context

They are particularly suitable for people working in Brussels or its surroundings.

Learners observe:

  • gradual improvement in oral fluency
  • better comprehension
  • increased confidence in using Dutch

Results depend on personal commitment, but progress is real and lasting.

Yes. Saturday classes can be combined with:

  • private lessons
  • verbal workshops
  • intensive trainings

This combination allows you to accelerate progression even further.

Depending on your status (employee, self-employed, company), certain financing solutions may be considered through the Brussels region. The Nedaca team will assist you in this process.

Registration is done in a few simple steps:

  1. Online level test
  2. Discussion with the teaching team
  3. Program validation
  4. Quick start of classes

Choosing Nedaca means enjoying:

  • more than 40 years of expertise
  • more than 50,000 trained learners
  • a unique method in Belgium
  • personalized teaching support
  • maximum flexibility, even on weekends

Private lessons

A private Dutch lesson is 100% personalized training, delivered one-on-one with a dedicated teacher. The content, pace, and objectives are fully adapted to your level, needs, and schedule.

Private lessons allow:

  • faster progress
  • total focus on your objectives and level
  • immediate adaptation of content
  • complete freedom over schedules

They are ideal for those seeking quick and targeted results.

Private lessons are suitable for:

  • working adults
  • self-employed professionals and managers
  • students
  • expatriates
  • anyone seeking personalized support

They are suitable for all profiles and all levels.

No minimum level is required. Private lessons are accessible from beginner (A1) to advanced level (C1). An online level test allows you to define a precise and effective program.

The level test allows you to:

  • assess your actual competencies
  • identify your strengths and areas for improvement
  • define a personalized pedagogical strategy

This is the foundation for effective pedagogical support.

Private lessons use the Forcing method, applied in an individualized manner:

  • strong oral interaction
  • linguistic immersion
  • immediate corrections
  • concrete situations

This method allows you to quickly overcome language barriers.

Lessons are taught by native and experienced teachers, specialized in intensive Dutch teaching and trained in individual support.

Yes. Private lessons offer maximum flexibility:

  • during the day
  • in the evening
  • Saturday

Schedules can evolve based on your availability and progress.

Yes. Private lessons are offered:

  • in-person in Brussels
  • remotely, via interactive virtual classrooms

Both formats offer the same pedagogical quality.

With private lessons, you benefit from complete access to Nedaca@home, including:

  • digitalized course materials
  • personalized syllabus
  • interactive exercises
  • online progress tracking

The platform is accessible 24/7.

Yes. Lessons can be focused on:

  • professional Dutch
  • business communication
  • meetings and presentations
  • professional calls and emails

Content is tailored to your industry.

Learners generally experience:

  • rapid improvement in speaking confidence
  • better comprehension
  • targeted progress on their needs
  • increased confidence in both speaking and writing

Yes. Private lessons can be combined with:

  • intensive trainings
  • evening classes
  • Saturday classes
  • verbal group classes

This approach accelerates progress even further.

Depending on your status (employee, self-employed, business), certain financing solutions may be available through the Brussels Region. The Nedaca team will guide you in analysing the possible options.

Registration takes place in a few simple steps:

  1. Take the online level test
  2. Consultation with the pedagogical team
  3. Proposal of a tailor-made programme
  4. Quick start of classes

Choosing the Nederlandse Academie means benefiting from:

  • More than 40 years of experience
  • more than 50,000 trained learners
  • personalised pedagogical support
  • a unique method in Belgium
  • total flexibility

Online courses

Online Dutch courses allow you to learn the language remotely, through genuine interactive virtual classrooms, while benefiting from the same pedagogical support as face-to-face courses. They offer maximum flexibility without compromising on quality.

Yes. When well-structured, online courses are just as effective as face-to-face courses. Thanks to the Forcing method, focused on oral interaction and immersion, learners make rapid progress, even remotely.

Absolutely. The Forcing method is applied to all online courses:

  • constant speaking
  • direct interactions with the teacher
  • immediate corrections
  • intensive verbal exercises

The online format preserves the immersive dimension essential to progress.

Online courses are designed for:

  • active adults
  • students
  • expatriates
  • people living outside Brussels

They are suitable for anyone wishing to learn Dutch with great flexibility.

Online courses are accessible from beginner (A1) to advanced (C1) level. An online level test allows for a program tailored to each learner.

The level test allows:

  • to accurately assess your skills
  • to guide you toward the right format
  • to adapt the pace and content

It guarantees rapid and structured progress, even remotely.

Courses are taught by native and experienced teachers, trained in intensive teaching and facilitating interactive virtual classrooms.

To take online courses, you only need:

  • a computer or tablet
  • a stable internet connection
  • a webcam and microphone

No special technical skills are required.

Courses can be organized:

  • during the day
  • in the evening
  • on Saturday
  • in intensive or progressive format

The pace is determined according to your availability and objectives.

Both formats are possible:

  • small group courses, promoting interaction
  • private courses, for personalized support

In all cases, groups are deliberately limited to guarantee effectiveness.

Access to Nedaca@home includes:

  • digitalized course materials
  • syllabus adapted to your level
  • interactive exercises
  • online progress tracking

The platform is accessible 24/7, so you can learn at your own pace.

Learners generally notice:

  • rapid improvement in listening comprehension
  • better fluency in speech
  • measurable progress in writing
  • greater confidence using Dutch

Results depend on consistency, but the method delivers visible progress.

Yes. Lessons can be oriented towards professional Dutch, with:

  • industry-specific vocabulary
  • meetings and calls
  • professional emails
  • concrete real-life scenarios

They are particularly suitable for multilingual professional environments in Belgium.

Yes. It is possible to combine:

  • online lessons
  • in-person lessons in Brussels
  • oral workshops
  • intensive trainings

This hybrid approach optimizes your progress.

Depending on your status (employee, self-employed, company), certain financing solutions may be considered through the Brussels Capital Region. The Nedaca team will guide you in analyzing the options.

Registration is straightforward:

  1. Online level test
  2. Discussion with the teaching team
  3. Proposal for a personalized program
  4. Quick start of lessons

Choosing Nedaca means benefiting from:

  • more than 40 years of experience
  • more than 50,000 trained learners
  • a unique method in Belgium
  • personalized pedagogical follow-up
  • a complete digital platform

Children and teens

Dutch classes are accessible from age 6. At this age, children have a great capacity for language absorption, which facilitates the natural learning of a new language.

The classes are aimed at:

  • children schooled in Brussels, surrounding areas or Wallonia
  • children from multilingual families
  • pupils experiencing difficulties with Dutch at school
  • children wishing to get ahead for their school future
  • children needing to pass an exam

They are adapted to all levels, beginners or not.

In Belgium, and particularly in Brussels, mastering Dutch is a major advantage:

  • for school success
  • for social integration
  • for further studies
  • for future professional opportunities

Starting early allows you to learn without blockages or stress.

Classes for children use a pedagogical adaptation of the Forcing method, with:

  • a playful and interactive approach
  • strong oral stimulation
  • games, role plays and educational activities
  • gradual and reassuring learning

The objective is to build confidence and make learning natural.

Yes. Classes for children are designed to be:

  • dynamic
  • participatory
  • adapted to the child's age

Play, interaction and positive repetition are at the heart of the pedagogy.

Yes. An adapted level test makes it possible to assess:

  • oral comprehension
  • any linguistic foundations
  • the actual school level

This makes it possible to propose a perfectly tailored programme.

Classes for children are mainly offered as private lessons, in order to:

  • respect the child's pace
  • maximise speaking time
  • provide personalised support

Classes are taught by native speakers and experienced teachers, trained in teaching Dutch to children and teenagers, with a benevolent and structured pedagogy.

Classes can be organised:

  • after school
  • on Wednesday
  • on Saturday
  • during school holidays

Times are set according to the family calendar.

Yes. The classes make it possible to:

  • reinforce school basics
  • improve oral and written comprehension
  • gain more confidence in class
  • better follow bilingual or Dutch classes

Children benefit from:

  • materials adapted to their age
  • progressive exercises
  • a personalized syllabus
  • access to the Nedaca@home platform to practice at home

Yes. The courses can be followed:

  • in-person in Brussels
  • remotely, via interactive virtual classes

The online format is particularly appreciated for its flexibility.

Yes. A personalized pedagogical follow-up allows parents to:

  • track the child's development
  • understand the progress made
  • identify areas for improvement

Children gradually develop:

  • a better understanding of Dutch
  • natural spoken fluency
  • increased confidence
  • a positive attitude towards languages

Yes. The courses for children can be combined with:

  • camps during school holidays
  • more intensive periods
  • follow-up throughout the year

This allows for continuous and sustainable progress.

Registration is simple:

  1. Contact the Nederlandse Academie team
  2. Level assessment of your child
  3. Proposal of a tailored programme
  4. Quick start of courses

Choosing the Nederlandse Academie means offering your child:

  • Over 40 years of teaching experience
  • more than 50,000 trained learners
  • a recognised and effective method
  • caring support
  • true preparation for the future

Companies

Dutch courses for companies are customized professional language training, designed to meet the concrete needs of employees in their work environment: internal communication, customer relations, meetings, calls, emails and presentations.

The trainings are aimed at:

  • SMEs and large companies
  • public and international institutions and organizations
  • companies based in Brussels or in the surrounding area
  • multilingual teams

They are suitable for all sectors of activity.

The main objectives are:

  • improving professional communication
  • strengthening operational efficiency
  • facilitating the integration of employees
  • developing oral and written fluency in real context

Each program is aligned with the business objectives of the company.

The courses are based on the Forcing method, adapted to the professional context:

  • language immersion
  • permanent oral interaction
  • concrete situations
  • immediate corrections

This approach promotes rapid and measurable results.

Both formats are possible:

  • individual courses (executives, managers, key profiles)
  • small group courses (teams, departments)

Groups are deliberately limited to ensure effectiveness.

The courses can be organized:

  • in your offices
  • at the Nederlandse Academie premises in Brussels
  • remotely, via interactive virtual classes

The format is chosen according to your logistical constraints.

Yes. The courses can be followed entirely remotely or in hybrid format. Employees also have access to the Nedaca@home platform, available 24/7.

The trainings are accessible from beginner level (A1) to advanced level (C1). An online level test is carried out beforehand to create homogeneous groups.

The level test makes it possible to:

  • accurately assess the skills of employees
  • optimize the composition of groups
  • propose a truly adapted program

It guarantees a better return on investment for the company.

The courses are taught by native speakers and experienced trainers, specialized in teaching professional Dutch and trained for facilitation in a corporate context.

The duration depends on the objectives:

  • short and intensive trainings
  • programs spread over several months
  • one-off or continuous sessions

The schedule is determined in collaboration with the company.

Yes. The courses can be organized:

  • during the day
  • in the evening
  • on specific time slots

Flexibility is total in order to adapt to the company's activities.

Yes. The contents are adapted to:

  • the sector of activity
  • the roles and professions of employees
  • real professional situations

This guarantees immediate application of the acquired knowledge.

Progress is monitored via:

  • regular evaluations
  • personalized pedagogical support
  • structured feedback

The company can thus measure the concrete impact of the training.

Yes. In-company training can be combined with:

  • private lessons
  • intensive training
  • verbal conversation tables
  • online modules

This hybrid approach optimizes results.

Depending on the company's status and the profile of employees, certain financing solutions or support via the Brussels region can be considered. The Nedaca team assists companies in these procedures.

Implementation is done in a few steps:

  1. Analysis of the company's needs
  2. Level testing of employees
  3. Proposal for a customized program
  4. Quick start of training

Choosing the Nederlandse Academie means benefiting from:

  • more than 40 years of experience
  • more than 50,000 trained learners
  • a unique method in Belgium
  • native trainers specialized in companies
  • reliable and flexible support

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Dutch in-person courses take place in the heart of Brussels, at 54 Avenue Louise in 1050 Ixelles. This central location is perfectly accessible by public transport (tram 8, 93, bus 38, 60, Louise metro nearby). This is ideal if you study or live in Brussels and want to learn Dutch in a professional setting. In these facilities, we organize our intensive Dutch training programs, our Saturday courses, evening courses and private Dutch courses for personalized instruction. If you prefer, the option of Dutch courses at a distance remains available: wherever you are, you can follow our training with the same expert teachers via a virtual classroom.

Yes, our online Dutch courses offer the same pedagogical effectiveness as our in-person courses. We have developed powerful and interactive videoconferencing tools and our Dutch teachers are specifically trained to deliver these virtual sessions in a dynamic way. Our Forcing method, interactivity, personalized support and full access to our e-learning platform are identical for all our Dutch courses, whether delivered online or in-person. The choice often depends on your personal preferences, your comfort with computers or geographic constraints. Our pedagogical advisors can guide you towards the best Dutch course option suited to your situation.

Yes! Although the Nederlandse Academie is recognized as the specialized expert in Dutch courses in Brussels, we apply the same expertise and quality standards to teaching other important languages on the Belgian job market. You can also take French, English, German and Spanish courses with us. We use the same interactive and effective method as for our Dutch courses, with native and qualified teachers for each of these languages. If your professional needs evolve or if you wish to develop other language skills in addition to Dutch, we can continue to support you with the same pedagogical quality.

Yes, of course. Before starting our Dutch courses, it is essential to determine your exact starting level. We offer a free and non-binding Dutch level test. It generally includes a written section (grammar, vocabulary, Dutch comprehension) and a short oral section. This allows us to assess you according to the criteria of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), which ranges from level A0 (complete beginner in Dutch) to C2 (mastery). This test helps us guide you to the group or type of Dutch course that is best suited for you so you can start under optimal conditions and make effective progress in your Dutch learning.

Absolutely! We have developed a secure online platform called Nedaca @ Home that provides a multitude of resources for Dutch learning. You will find course materials, news articles in Dutch, Dutch grammar explanations, self-correcting grammar exercises and even conversation topics to help you practice and reinforce what you have learned in class. This Dutch learning platform is accessible to all our students 24/7 and is an excellent complementary tool for home study and preparation between your Dutch lessons.

The main difference is our exclusive specialization in Dutch language teaching with a proven success rate for over 40 years in Brussels. Our exclusive Forcing method for Dutch courses offers a highly interactive and verbal approach that accelerates your progress in Dutch speaking. Unlike traditional methods that focus excessively on isolated grammar rule learning, our Dutch courses have you actively practice the language from the very first lesson. Our native, experienced and passionate Dutch teachers are another major advantage, as is our long experience in effectively guiding learners to master Dutch for professional and personal purposes in Belgium.

This exclusive method for our Dutch courses may seem intense, but it is actually a very effective and engaging approach! At the heart of Forcing, we have you actively use the Dutch language in concrete situations. You prepare certain tasks at home (reading Dutch texts or listening to audio excerpts) and in class, you must summarize them in Dutch. Our expert teachers then guide you through error correction, enrichment of your Dutch vocabulary and sentence structures, and then practicing your knowledge in new contexts. This interactive process forces you to speak and use your knowledge immediately and, most importantly, to think in Dutch, which is fundamental for rapid progress in learning Dutch. Rest assured, our teachers create a supportive environment to facilitate your learning!

Absolutely, this reputation for excellence in Dutch language teaching has been built over more than 40 years of experience in Brussels! Our exclusive Forcing method for Dutch courses is specifically designed to help you make rapid and effective progress. This interactive verbal approach emphasizes active practice and the use of Dutch from the very first day of the course. Our Dutch courses focus on practical vocabulary and sentence structures that are relevant to real-life situations, which is particularly effective. Many former students have found that our intensive Dutch courses significantly improved their language skills in a short time, helping them land their dream job thanks to their mastery of professional Dutch.

The duration to progress one level in our Dutch courses depends on the formula chosen and your learning pace. As a guideline:

  • In intensive daytime Dutch courses, you can generally move from one level to another (such as from A2 to B1) in just 2 weeks.
  • In evening or Saturday Dutch courses, expect approximately 10 weeks to complete a full level.
  • In private Dutch courses, the duration is completely flexible depending on the frequency established with your teacher. We estimate that a module of 30 lessons generally allows you to progress one full level. It is important to note that these durations are estimates.

Your actual progress in learning Dutch will also depend on your commitment and personal work. We regularly evaluate your progress to adjust your Dutch learning path if necessary.

This is a relevant question because oral practice is crucial when learning Dutch. We pay special attention to group size. To guarantee active participation from each learner and maximise your speaking time in Dutch, we deliberately limit our collective Dutch course groups to a maximum of 3 to 6 participants. This small group size ensures that your Dutch teacher can give you personal attention, correct your errors effectively and, most importantly, that you have plenty of opportunities to express yourself in Dutch in each lesson. Our Forcing method is designed so that you speak actively during a large part of the Dutch course. You won't risk getting lost in the crowd!

Apps or less structured courses can be useful for starting to learn Dutch or acquiring vocabulary, but they quickly reach their limits for developing real oral fluency and professional mastery of Dutch. Adult education courses are often more theoretical, less flexible, taught in large groups (20-25 participants) and remain passive. Dutch courses from the Nederlandse Academie stand out for:

  • The proven effectiveness of our Forcing method focused on oral Dutch, active participation and rapid progress.
  • The quality and expertise of our native Dutch teachers, academics and trained according to our unique pedagogy.
  • The flexibility of our Dutch course formulas (day, evening, Saturday, private, online) adapted to working professionals.
  • Small groups guaranteeing maximum participation in each Dutch lesson.
  • Personalisation of content to your professional objectives in Dutch.
  • More than 40 years of experience and exclusive specialisation in Dutch courses in Brussels. This is an investment for concrete and rapid results, specifically aimed at your professional needs in Dutch.

This is a legitimate concern if you have had disappointing experiences with other Dutch courses. What makes the Nederlandse Academie unique is the combination of several factors:

  • Our Forcing method, specifically developed for oral Dutch effectiveness and automatisation, which takes you out of the usual passivity in language learning.
  • Native Dutch teachers, experienced and motivating, who know how to adapt to your pace and overcome your language barriers.
  • Mini-groups (maximum 3 to 6 people) or private Dutch courses that ensure maximum attention and intensive practice.
  • An emphasis on real and professional communication in Dutch, so that you quickly see the usefulness of your efforts.
  • Personalised follow-up and constant encouragement in your Dutch learning. Our experience of more than 40 years in Dutch teaching and our high satisfaction rate prove that our approach works where others fail. We are fully dedicated to your success in learning Dutch.

Yes, absolutely. At the end of your Dutch training course, after a final assessment, we will issue you with an official diploma from the Nederlandse Academie. This document certifies your regular attendance at our Dutch courses, your motivation and above all the level of competence you have achieved according to the European CECRL scale (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1). This is a formal recognition of your efforts and your new Dutch language skills, issued by a reputable institution specialising in Dutch language teaching for more than 40 years. It is an excellent addition to your CV that concretely proves your proficiency in Dutch to employers and your current employer in Belgium.

Absolutely. This is one of the great advantages of our approach to Dutch courses, particularly in private courses but also adaptable in collective courses if profiles are similar. During the initial assessment and at the beginning of your Dutch training, we discuss your professional objectives and your sector of activity. Your Dutch teacher will then select specific material (news articles, audio excerpts, presentations...) and direct conversations and exercises towards vocabulary and typical situations from your professional field. Whether you need to master financial jargon in Dutch, discuss IT projects, present a marketing campaign or manage client relationships in Dutch, we personalise the content of our courses so that your Dutch learning is directly applicable in your specific professional context.

Yes, we have many references from satisfied companies and organizations for our Dutch courses across various sectors in Brussels and Belgium (services, finance, legal, technical, public institutions...). You will find some examples on our website or in our brochure dedicated to professional Dutch courses (G4S, the European Parliament, Daoust, Club Med, the federal police, the MR, RBFA, Medimarket...). For more specific references in your sector regarding our Dutch courses, please do not hesitate to let us know. In respect of the confidentiality of our clients, and with their prior consent, we will be able to provide you with relevant contacts or testimonials that illustrate our ability to meet the language needs of companies like yours with our bespoke Dutch courses.

The process begins with an in-depth conversation with you and/or a pedagogical manager from the Nederlandse Academie. We discuss your professional background, your current Dutch level (confirmed by a test), your specific objectives (what level to aim for? for which professional tasks?), the concrete situations in which you use or will need to use Dutch, and the type of vocabulary and style required in your sector. We may ask you for examples of documents or professional tasks. Based on this detailed discussion, we develop a personalized Dutch course program proposal, defining learning objectives, the topics to be covered, the recommended number of hours, and the Dutch course formula best suited to your needs (often private lessons for very specific requirements).

This depends considerably on the sector of activity and the type of position you are targeting in Belgium. However, it is generally considered that a B1 level (independent user) in Dutch is a good threshold to start being operational: you can understand the essential points, manage in most everyday situations, and produce simple and coherent speech in Dutch. For positions requiring more complex interactions in Dutch, negotiations, or document writing, a B2 level (independent user) is often required. B2 level Dutch allows you to communicate with ease and spontaneity, understand complex texts, and express yourself clearly and in detail. Our Dutch courses aim to help you reach, or even exceed, the level required for your professional ambitions in Belgium.

Your frankness is appreciated and you are certainly not alone in this! Many of our students begin our Dutch courses with this same reluctance. Our secret lies in several specific approaches. First, our Forcing method for teaching Dutch is highly interactive and avoids the monotony of traditional language lessons. You speak, you exchange, you constantly practice Dutch in real contexts. Second, our Dutch teachers are selected not only for their linguistic expertise (native speakers, university-educated, trained in our unique approach) but also for their dynamism, empathy, and ability to create a positive atmosphere in Dutch courses. Moreover, your motivation will naturally grow as you see your rapid progress in Dutch (and you will make progress!). Seeing that you can express yourself, that you can understand, that you feel more at ease in concrete situations in Dutch becomes your best learning engine. Finally, we adapt the content of the courses so that it is professional and relevant to you.

The quality of our Dutch teachers is one of our greatest sources of pride. Yes, all our Dutch teachers are native speakers of Dutch and hold a university degree, often in linguistics or languages. But we go further: we also select them for their proven experience teaching Dutch to adults, their dynamism, their passion for teaching, and their ability to apply our Forcing method. They fully understand the professional challenges of learning Dutch in Belgium and are experts in adapting courses to the specific needs of the job market (Dutch technical vocabulary, interview simulations, professional communication...). They receive continuous training and their goal is your success in learning Dutch.

We offer great flexibility to adapt our Dutch courses to your work schedule:

Intensive daytime lessons (9:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m., Monday to Friday): the fastest formula for total immersion and rapid progress. Possibility to add private lessons in the afternoon (Premium formula).
Dutch midday lessons (online): from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., once a week, in small groups (3 to 6 people). Ideal for progressing in professional Dutch (vocabulary, speaking) without disrupting your workday. For individuals and companies.
Evening lessons (7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m., 2 evenings/week): regular and progressive learning after work.
Saturday morning lessons (9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.): perfect if your week is busy.
Private lessons: 100% tailored to your goals and schedule.

All formulas are available at our premises (Avenue Louise, Brussels) or online.

The registration process for our Dutch courses is simple and transparent:

  • Contact us: by phone (02/218.47.07), email (info@nedaca.be) or via the form on our website >
https://nedaca.be/contact to inquire about our Dutch courses.
  • Level test & personalized advice: we organize a free Dutch level test (written and oral) to assess your starting point. Then, we discuss with you your language goals, your availability and we recommend the Dutch course formula best suited to you.
  • Proposal & quote: we send you a clear proposal with details of the recommended Dutch training and the corresponding quote.
  • Validation & registration: if the Dutch course proposal suits you, you validate your registration.
  • Start of lessons: you receive access to our dedicated Dutch e-learning platform and can start your training on the agreed date! Our team remains at your disposal throughout your Dutch learning journey.