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Welcome to Commonplaces Language and Culture
Language education for highly educated newcomers in the Netherlands
At Commonplaces, it’s about more than just language — it’s about connection, independence, and finding your place in a new country. We offer targeted, professional Dutch language courses for highly educated refugees, international students, and professionals.
Our approach combines language, culture, and practice. You will not only learn correct Dutch, but also how to use the language effectively in everyday life, at work, or in your studies.
What do we offer?
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Small groups and personal guidance
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Qualified, experienced teachers
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A strong focus on communication and practical application
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Insight into Dutch culture and customs
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Support with integration and exams (civic integration or the NT2 State Exam)
Whether you have just arrived in the Netherlands or have been living here for some time: at Commonplaces, you learn step by step how to move forward — in Dutch.
More than just language
In addition to language classes, we organize cultural activities such as excursions, guest lectures, and meetings with local residents. This allows you to learn the language in context and gain insight into the unspoken rules of society. It strengthens your cultural resilience and helps you integrate more naturally.
Want to know more?
Get in touch for a free, no-obligation intake interview:
06-50458597
elin.commonplaces@gmail.com
Commonplaces Taal en Cultuur
Voor hoger opgeleide nieuwkomers die verder willen
Taal is meer dan grammatica – het is de sleutel tot contact, kansen en een nieuw thuis. Bij Commonplaces leer je Nederlands met hoofd én hart: praktisch, persoonlijk en met oog voor cultuur.
Wat kun je verwachten?
- Kleine groepen & persoonlijke aandacht
- Focus op spreken en begrijpen
- Ervaren, betrokken docenten
- Inzicht in Nederlandse gewoonten & cultuur
- Voorbereiding op examens (inburgering/ Staatsexamen NT2)
Taal in de praktijk
Van musea tot stadswandelingen, van gastlessen tot ontmoetingen met ‘locals’ – onze cultuuractiviteiten helpen je de taal echt te beleven en je weg te vinden in de samenleving.
Klaar voor de volgende stap?
Bel of mail voor een intake:
06-50458597 | 
elin.commonplaces@gmail.com
Who am I?
Elin Rolfes
Certified Teacher Dutch as second language
Msc. Teacher Citizenship
M.A. Cultural anthropology
Multilingual
Teaching Dutch has become my passion.
I enjoy teaching both beginners and advanced students, yet I became specialised in teaching high educated foreigners. I tend to customise the learning experience to the needs of both groups and individuals using qualified teaching methods.
I am able to design my own lessons and therefor can adapt the teaching methods to your needs.
Teaching can be both online, in person, incompany or in small groups.
My method
Next to using existing Dutch teaching methods, I design personalised lessons for both groups and individuals. Particularly for the more advanced students I am able to tap into the specific learning needs of the advanced students (B1/ B2/ C1).
I always use a mix of reading, speaking, listening and writing.
Field trips
Field trips are tailor-made and customized to the needs of individuals and groups. This means that I select field trips in accordance with the needs and wishes of those participating in the Dutch classes, always with the aim of learning more about Dutch language and culture.
mail: elin.commonplaces@gmail.com
KvK nr. 92885276
BTW nr NL866205573B01
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