Articles & videos
Articles & videos
Videos & Webinars
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.
Dutch schools based on an educational philosophy or religion
Many Dutch schools are based on an educational philosophy.
It is nice to have so much choice for education, but the system is rather complicated.
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
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’?
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
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
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
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, 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
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
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 for (international) parents of Amsterdam children born between 1 May and 31 August, 2019.
Your lottery deadline is on Thursday, November 3rd.
NEW2SCHOOL EVENT – 18 September – UPDATED LOCATION
Are you new2school? On Sunday, 18 September, we invite all new international families to the Hotel Arena in Amsterdam.
Share your stories and meet other new families.
Some practical information about secondary school
Will your child start secondary school in the Netherlands?
Exciting!
Here you can find some practical information to help you navigate this new world.
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
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.