Your next step in Dutch
Taking the next step in Dutch means something different for everyone. For some it is speaking up in meetings, for others it is finally feeling at home in conversations outside work. Whatever your goal, we are here to help you get there.
Meet our Team
Maricelle
Language is more than words. It is belonging. I founded Confident Dutch after years of training international professionals in the Netherlands, because I saw the same pattern again and again: expats who knew more Dutch than they thought, but lacked the confidence to use it.
Every programme here is built to change that.
— Maricelle, Founder & Lead TrainerMA Communications & Dutch, University of Groningen · Dutch language trainer since 2003 · 20+ years of experience with international professionals
Our Trainers
Our trainer team consists of experienced native Dutch speakers who have worked with professionals from a wide range of backgrounds. We bring a practical, human approach to language learning, using our collective experience to help you navigate Dutch with confidence and ease.Our Support
Behind our trainers, a dedicated back office ensures that every Dutch language program runs smoothly. From scheduling to communication and administration, we provide the organised support necessary for a worry-free and professional experience.Our approach to Dutch language training
Mastering a language is about more than memorizing grammar; it is about building the skills to express who you are in a new context. Our method for learning Dutch is built on four steps:1.Personal intake
A personal online conversation to align your Dutch training with your current level, professional ambitions and goals.
2.Tailored program
A tailored curriculum designed around your pace and specific skills you need to communicate with confidence.
3.Practical course
Practical, high-impact Dutch lessons in a focused environment, built for immediate use in your daily life and career.
4.Confident results
The ability to speak Dutch with clarity and confidence in both your professional and everyday life in the Netherlands.
Ready to speak Dutch with confidence?
Where we train
Join us at Stories Den Haag
Located at Eisenhowerlaan 114 in the Statenkwartier, our training spaces offer a calm and inspiring atmosphere. A place to focus on your Dutch, receive personal guidance, and connect with other internationals in the Netherlands.Prefer a different location?
We bring our Dutch language courses to you. We offer in-company training at your office or live online via our digital classroom. We can also arrange sessions at select external venues in Amsterdam, Rotterdam or Utrecht upon request.