NAVIGATE PARENTING IN DUTCH
Mama in Nederland
General Dutch is one thing. Parenting language is another. As a parent, you'll find yourself in situations that call for a different kind of Dutch than most language courses teach.
Mama in Nederland prepares you for a wide range of parenting situations, including school meetings, doctor's appointments, playdates and handling conflicts between children at the playground. In a small group of just four mothers, you'll work through these and many other situations, so you can take an active role in your child's life in the Netherlands.
SUMMER INTENSIVE 10 - 20 AUGUST
MAXIMUM 4 MOTHERS
WEEKLY FRIDAYS 28 AUGUST - 16 OCTOBER
WHAT YOU´LL LEARN
✓ explain concerns about your child to a teacher
✓ arrange playdates with other parents
✓ handle disagreements between children at the playground
✓ understand school emails and other communication more easily
✓ talk to a GP or other healthcare professional about your child
✓ take part more actively in your child's life in the Netherlands
WHO IS THIS FOR?
This course is for mums who already have some basic Dutch, but find it hard to use it in everyday situations.
✔ You feel shy speaking Dutch
✔ You often switch to English without meaning to
✔ You understand quite a lot, but struggle to respond
✔ You’d like to join conversations at school or the playground
Course Features
• Maximum 4 mothers
• 10 hours of live video sessions
• Personalised learning plans
• WhatsApp group support
• Useful handouts
No textbooks
We work with your real situations; things that happen at school, on the playground, or at home and we’ll turn them into useful practice together.
The costs
The group course costs €320 per person. This includes all 10 hours, course materials and personal support in a small groups.
IK BEN EMMA
Originally from the Netherlands, I moved to Spain nine years ago without speaking Spanish. After becoming a mother, I experienced first-hand how challenging it can be to raise a child in another language. Parent-teacher meetings, friendships and everyday conversations suddenly become much harder to navigate.
Living abroad and raising my daughter across languages and cultures showed me how important it is to feel understood. That's why I created Mama in Nederland.
PLAY & SOCIAL TALK
Let´s practise phrases that help guide children calmly and clearly during playtime. Let´s explore how to arrange playdates with other parents. Learn to discuss important topics such as bullying or inclusion, to help you encourage positive friendships.
TALK TO THE SCHOOL
Learn to talk with teachers and daycare staff. Let´s practise talking about your child’s progress or worries. Learn how to explain behavioural challenges, concentration difficulties, or changes at home, so you can help your child get the support they need.
HEALTH
Roleplay short conversations you might have with a doctor. Practise describing symptoms and what to say if you feel the doctor isn’t listening. Let´s make sure your health needs are understood and taken seriously.
PRIVATE CLASS
Would you like a bit more personal help with the Mama in Nederland course? Then you can take private lessons with me. I’ll look at your level and your schedule, and we’ll make a PLAN that fits you. Maybe you want to go faster, take more time, or ask lots of questions; that’s all welcome.
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Talk to children about sharing and taking turns.
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Guide children in conflict with each other.
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Understand and learn to use Dutch words around bullying.
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Speak with other parents or a teachers about behaviour.
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Use positive phrases to teach inclusion and kindness.
THIS PROGRAMME IS FOR YOU IF:
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You want to better understand and support your child in Dutch school life.
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You feel lost in school WhatsApp, ouderavonden, or when talking to teachers.
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You want to express yourself more naturally in Dutch as a parent.
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You want to build your Dutch in a way that feels practical, not textbook-based.
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