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Articles & videos

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Also listen to our appearance in podcasts and interviews on various aspects of the Dutch education system.

Articles & News

Also check out our ‘Featured-in’ articles published in renown magazines and websites catered to the international community.

The story (and numbers) behind New2NL

The story (and numbers) behind New2NL

I wanted to get to know my clients better and decided to analyze the numbers behind the valuable New2nl clients over 7.5 years.
I’d love to share some insights with you.

Moving to and living in the Netherlands

Moving to and living in the Netherlands

Some people find it a frightening idea to live below sea level, and some don’t believe it is actually possible. In the Netherlands, however, this is really the case. If the dikes and dunes weren’t...

International School or ‘Go Dutch’?

International School or ‘Go Dutch’?

Before enrolling your child at a school, you’ll have to decide whether to send them to an international school or ‘go Dutch’. Both have their own advantages. In this article we’ll explore the...

The basics of the Dutch education system

The basics of the Dutch education system

There is a lot to tell about the Dutch education system, which is very different from most other countries. On top of that, some of the policies vary per city. In the article below we’ll explain the...

WEBINAR AMSTERDAM SECONDARY SCHOOL LOTTERY

WEBINAR AMSTERDAM SECONDARY SCHOOL LOTTERY

Is your child in group 8 in Amsterdam this year? Then you are undoubtedly very busy researching into secondary schools now. This webinar will help you through this (rather complicated) lottery process.

New procedures for secondary school advice

New procedures for secondary school advice

IMPORTANT EDUCATION NEWS ON THE SECONDARY SCHOOL ADVICE.
A lot is going to change- for the better, if you ask me- regarding the transition from primary (basisschool) to secondary (middelbare) school. 

BEFORE 2022 ENDS

BEFORE 2022 ENDS

Before 2022 ends, there are a few things you might want to do to wrap up the year nicely.
As usual, I have made a long, but not exhaustive, list with tips & tricks. Think about the below situations, whether they apply to your family.

Dutch Christmas & NYE Quiz 2022

Dutch Christmas & NYE Quiz 2022

Have you recently moved to the Netherlands?
How much do you already know about the Dutch Christmas & NYE celebrations?
Take the quiz now, and find out!

SINTERKLAAS

SINTERKLAAS

You must have noticed: Sinterklaas (Saint Nicholas) has arrived in the Netherlands! 
Traditionally, this is THE gift-giving event for (young) Dutch children.
Sinterklaas’ birthday is on December 5th, which is celebrated with ‘pakjesavond’ (present evening).

Webinar: The Amsterdam primary school lottery

Webinar: The Amsterdam primary school lottery

Webinar: The Amsterdam primary school lottery for (international) parents of Amsterdam children born between 1 May and 31 August, 2019.
Your lottery deadline is on Thursday, November 3rd.

New2NL’s 9th birthday

New2NL’s 9th birthday

I am very proud of New2NL’s 9th birthday.
It hasn’t been the easiest year, in many different ways, but luckily, a lot of good things have come out of it.
Our client base counts close to 900 (!) families.

Free Education Call For Ukrainian Families

Free Education Call For Ukrainian Families

New2NL offers a free 15-minute video call to Ukrainian families to talk about the school options for their children. Dutch – international – temporary – longer term; there is a lot to consider. I am happy to help.

Do you still have questions on the Dutch education system? Check out our FAQ page for answers.

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