A Dutch language school in Vancouver's Lower Mainland
De Esdoorn is a Dutch Language and Culture School in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The school was founded in 2015 and is registered as the non-profit organization ‘De Esdoorn – Dutch Language and Culture School Society’.
In 2019, we became the first Dutch Language school in Canada licensed by Dutch Education Worldwide (NOB – Nederlands Onderwijs in het Buitenland).
De Esdoorn is more than just a language school — we are a community who celebrates our traditions together!
Our core values
Sharing the Dutch language
Learn another language and think in new ways
Connecting with heritage
Root yourself in rich Dutch traditions
Bringing families together
All aboard! Activities for all ages
Building a strong community
A sense of belonging and membership
15
Group lessons
5
Dutch Culture Days per year
350
Dutch reading books
3
Locations...and growing!
6
Teachers...and growing!
Meet our Staff
Our qualified native Dutch teaching staff can teach all levels of Dutch, and all ages
Director
Head Teacher
Teacher
Teacher
Teacher
Teacher
Teacher
We need your help!
Do you love growing a small organization into its full potential?
Do you love working with children?
- De Esdoorn team (teacher role, class assistant, substitute teacher)
- Board of De Esdoorn (on a voluntary basis)
- Volunteer (in the classroom, supporting the Board / coordinator, social media)