High School
De Esdoorn is launching a Dutch language program for teenagers.
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High School programs:
Program 1
For students from 7th and 8th grades who want to learn Dutch as a first language:
- In person class (on a weekday or weekend) from September to June
- Attends De Esdoorn Dutch Cultural Days
- Teaching method is Nieuw Nederlands Toewerken, working towards the CnaVT exam (Certificate Dutch as a Foreign Language)
- Suitable for students who have completed group 8 at De Edoorn or for students from 7th/8th grade with sufficient knowledge of Dutch.
Program 2
For students from 7th and 8th grades who want to learn Dutch as a second language:
- Online class (on a weekday or weekend) from September to June
- Teaching method depending on the level of the students
- Working towards the CnaVT exam (Certificate Dutch as a Foreign Language)
Need more information?
Send an email to [email protected] with the name, age and previous education in Dutch of the potential student / your child.
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Send an email with the name, age and previous education in Dutch of the potential student / your child.
Yes, absolutely. After an intake appointment with the Director and teacher, the most suitable group will be found for you and the costs pro-rated based on when the student joins the class.
School fees
If a student joins later in the school year, the cost is pro-rated based on when the student joins the class.
Ask the Director or teacher for an intake appointment to find the most suitable group for you.

Timing aligns with Elementary lessons.
Aligns with Dutch Education system.
Dutch lessons for adults and teenagers of all levels.
Taylor-made lessons for individuals or small groups at your house, office or online across Canada.
Dutch as a 2nd language, students don’t need to speak or understand Dutch
De Esdoorn would like to start a Dutch language program for teenagers