25 years of teaching experience
Mascha Baaij has been teaching Dutch to internationals in Rotterdam for a quarter of a century.
Dutch Language Courses in Rotterdam
Learn Dutch in small, interactive groups with a strong focus on conversation: group courses, intensive courses, private lessons and in-company training in Rotterdam and the surrounding area.
1000+ students now speak Dutch with confidence
Everyone smiles in the same language
Course offer
A0 - B2
All levels
All levels
0-A1 to A2.2
All levels
All levels
Dutch Language courses we offer
A0 - B2Group Courses
Practice Dutch with other expats and internationals in small groups of maximum ten students, with plenty of individual attention.
- Expats and internationals
- Max. 10 students
- Evening or Saturday
- 9 to 10 lessons of 2 hours
- About 10 weeks
- From EUR 310, excl. course book
- Next start: 26 September 2026
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All levelsIn-Company Courses
Tailor-made Dutch training for your international employees, at your office or online, at every proficiency level.
- For teams and employers
- At your office or online
- Tailor-made
- Advised: 22 contact hours
- Schedule in consultation
- Quotation on request
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All levelsPrivate Lessons
One-on-one or duo lessons designed around your goals, your schedule and your preferred location - for fast, focused results.
- One-on-one or duo
- 1 to 2 students
- Your own schedule
- Number of lessons in consultation
- Fully flexible
- Price on request
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0-A1 to A2.2Intensive Course
Six mornings immersed in the Dutch language and culture, in a small group of maximum eight students. Certificate included.
- Fast starters
- Max. 8 students
- Daytime
- 6 mornings of 3 hours
- 2 weeks, certificate included
- EUR 346, excl. EUR 50 material
- Next start: 24 September 2026
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All levelsDutch on a Farm
A multi-day course with overnight stay at a historic 400-year-old farmhouse in the Dutch polder, near Rotterdam.
- Immersion lovers
- Small group
- Overnight stay
- Multi-day programme
- Weekend at a historic farmhouse
- Price on request
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All levelsDutch for Afrikaans Speakers
A course designed specifically for native Afrikaans speakers, focusing on the differences and similarities between the two languages.
- Native Afrikaans speakers
- Small group or private
- Focus on differences
- Number of lessons in consultation
- Schedule in consultation
- Price on request
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Planning
Upcoming start dates
Our confirmed course start dates across every format. Reserve your spot early - group sizes are kept small.
| Course | Level | Dates | Spots | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Saturday morning course beginners Group Courses | 0-A1 | 26 September, 3 October, 10 October, 17 October, 24 October, 31 October, 7 November, 14 November, 21 November 10:30-12:30 | - | Register |
Evening course beginners Group Courses | 0-A1 | 19 October, 26 October, 2 November, 9 November, 16 November, 23 November, 30 November, 7 December, 14 December 19:00-21:00 | - | Register |
Beginners course I Intensive Course | 0-A1 | 29 October, 30 October, 31 October, 5 November, 6 November, 7 November Weekdays 10:00-13:00, Saturday 10:30-13:30 | max 8 | Register |
Intensive day course III Intensive Course | A2.2 | 24 September, 25 September, 26 September, 1 October, 2 October, 3 October Weekdays 10:00-13:00, Saturday 10:30-13:30 | max 8 | Register |
Evening course B1.2 Group Courses | B1.2 | 18 November, 25 November, 2 December, 9 December, 16 December, 6 January, 13 January, 20 January, 27 January, 3 February 18:50-20:50 | - | Register |
- Saturday morning course beginnersGroup Courses · Level 0-A126 September, 3 October, 10 October, 17 October, 24 October, 31 October, 7 November, 14 November, 21 November10:30-12:30Register
- Evening course beginnersGroup Courses · Level 0-A119 October, 26 October, 2 November, 9 November, 16 November, 23 November, 30 November, 7 December, 14 December19:00-21:00Register
- Beginners course IIntensive Course · Level 0-A129 October, 30 October, 31 October, 5 November, 6 November, 7 NovemberWeekdays 10:00-13:00, Saturday 10:30-13:30max 8 participantsRegister
- Intensive day course IIIIntensive Course · Level A2.224 September, 25 September, 26 September, 1 October, 2 October, 3 OctoberWeekdays 10:00-13:00, Saturday 10:30-13:30max 8 participantsRegister
- Evening course B1.2Group Courses · Level B1.218 November, 25 November, 2 December, 9 December, 16 December, 6 January, 13 January, 20 January, 27 January, 3 February18:50-20:50Register
Our approach
Why choose Baay
Small, interactive groups
Maximum ten students in group courses, maximum eight in intensive courses - everyone gets individual attention.
Certified, personal approach
Every learner is different. Lessons are practical, warm and tailored to your goals and level.
Central Rotterdam location
Our classroom is a five-minute walk from Blaak station, easy to reach from anywhere in the city.
For individuals and companies. From private lessons to tailor-made in-company training programmes - we design what fits your situation.
Meet our team
Meet us in personLearn and improve your Dutch with our trainers
Mascha
Founder and Lead Trainer
Fokje
Trainer
Dana
Trainer
Jasmijn
Trainer
Adriana
Trainer
Reinier
Trainer
Marlieke
Trainer
Thomas
Trainer
Elisabeth
Trainer
Corporate clients
Trusted by companies in Rotterdam and beyond
International teams and organisations in Rotterdam choose Baay to train their employees in Dutch.
Experiences
Read all reviews on Google →What our students say
4.8 ★ based on 21 Google reviews
"I joined two 'Dutch on the farm' weekends. Julia is a great teacher - patient, energetic and genuinely fun. Highly recommended!"
- Marcin S.
"I really enjoy Rosa's lessons at A2.2 level. She creates a warm, supportive atmosphere and adapts to everyone in the group."
- Ababio Judith
"Baay is my go-to school for both group and private Dutch lessons. Highly recommended for anyone learning Dutch in Rotterdam."
- Andrea Lolli
"Rosa is an amazing teacher - patient, clear and always encouraging. I can feel my Dutch improving every single week."
- Yamil Gil
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Everyone smiles in the same language
Ready to start learning Dutch? Register today and Mascha will get back to you within 1-2 working days.