Education

We explain the complex secondary school system in the Netherlands, including the three public streams and various international options.

Final year Dutch primary school pupils may have to sit the Dutch Cito exam in February. But what is the Cito exam and how does it affect a child’s academic future?

This guide to education in the Netherlands explains each segment of the Dutch school system to help you enrol your child into Dutch education.

Raising a child the Dutch way? It’s never too early to consider your childcare options in the Netherlands, as this article explains.

Confused by the primary school system in the Netherlands? We explain how it works, from educational approaches to international options.

If you’re living in the Netherlands, learn more about the options available for childcare and preschool (peuterspeelzaal) in the Netherlands.

For expat parents in the Netherlands, sending your children to a Dutch daycare can be a great solution to prepare them for better integration, especially when it comes to learning Dutch before the school years.

Expat parents in search of quality education for their kids have many options of international schools in the Netherlands, from British to IB programs.

You can claim different types of child benefits in the Netherlands, to help with the costs of child-rearing, schooling, and childcare.

Planning a vacation with the kids? Here are the school holidays in the Netherlands for the academic years 2025–2026 and 2026–2027. Are you already considering your next vacation? Or maybe you want to take your kids to one of these beautiful spots in the Netherlands? Whatever you’re planning, it’s important to know when the Dutch […]

Finding student housing in the Netherlands is competitive. Learn how to secure a room, manage costs, avoid scams, and handle your student finances. Finding student housing in the Netherlands is one of the biggest challenges you will face before arriving. A well-documented national shortage means competition for rooms in cities like Amsterdam, Utrecht, and Leiden […]

Find the best MBA programmes, compare tuition, and navigate visa rules for your career in the Netherlands. The Netherlands is a fantastic base for business studies, but picking an MBA programme is about practical fit rather than prestige alone. Your choice should line up with your career background and long-term career goals in Europe. This […]

Compare top-rated, flexible online MBA programs to advance your career. While some Dutch institutions run 100% online modules, others require in-person attendance for specific workshops or exams. We will explain and compare the best online models, true attendance costs, and degree recognition, in order for you to find the best Dutch management qualification without putting […]

Find out which Dutch health insurance you need depending on your specific study, work, and residency situation. Student health insurance in the Netherlands depends on what you do alongside your studies. If you only study, an EHIC or GHIC, or private insurance, may be appropriate; if you leave the Dutch education system and start working […]

Do you dream of studying in the Netherlands? Read on to learn about the application process, available courses, and the costs involved.

The Netherlands is home to some of the world’s top universities. Learn all about the different subjects available at Dutch institutions.

Some students require a visa to study in the Netherlands. Find out whether you need one, how to apply, and what to do after your course.

Want to learn Dutch but not sure where to start? Here’s what you need to know about language courses and why it’s really not that difficult.

Want to learn Dutch fast? Intensive courses pack months of learning into weeks, helping you speak Dutch with confidence in no time.

With its many dialects, unexpected sounds, and tricky grammar rules, the Dutch language has more to it than meets the eye (or ear).

Teachers with foreign teaching credentials must meet the standards set by the Dutch Ministry of Education. We outline the steps to find out if you qualify to teach in the Netherlands.

Add some fun to your language-learning journey in the Netherlands with these funny Dutch words and expressions.

Only in the Netherlands can you feel ‘chickenskin’ or ‘chickendelicious’, and is it a good thing to be someone who ‘screws ants’?

Impress your friends and charm people in the Netherlands with these cool Dutch words that have no English equivalent.

Although Dutch is the Netherlands’ first language, English is also very useful. Discover your options for English classes in the Netherlands.