Civic Integration & State Exam
Civic Integration & State Exam – For Highly Educated Internationals who Want to Learn Dutch Quickly and Effectively
Are you new to the Netherlands and required to complete the civic integration process? We’ll help you succeed at the highest exam level! As a certified language school recognised by Blik op Werk, you can easily finance your course with a loan from DUO. Our course offering is diverse and tailored to your needs – with intensive, semi-intensive, and extensive options. You can join our courses in Rotterdam, Utrecht, or online. Lest Best is the language school for highly educated internationals who want to learn Dutch quickly and effectively. We teach in small groups, with professional teachers and motivated students.
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Reach B2 Level in just One Year
Do you want to learn Dutch quickly and effectively? Then choose our intensive course. In a short time, you’ll learn to use the language at a high level, with a challenging study load. You can reach B2 level within just one year!
- Classes three times per week
- Six weeks per language level
- From A0 to B2 in one year!
More Opportunity to Review and Fully Grasp the Material
Do you have limited time for self-study due to work or other commitments? Our semi-intensive language programme gives you the flexibility to follow the course over a longer period. This allows you more time to review exercises and fully master the material.
- Classes twice per week
- Nine weeks per language level
- Lighter study load
More Personal Guidance in Your Dutch Learning Process
For those who want more guidance in learning Dutch, we also offer part-time (extensive) courses. These courses are ideal if you need more time to absorb the material or want more opportunity to practise alongside your studies or job. The study load is lighter, giving you more time to thoroughly explore the different aspects of the Dutch language. This course format is perfect for learners who want to build their knowledge without the pressure of an intensive programme.
- Classes three times per week
- Nine weeks per language level
- More practice and more guidance
Improving Your Language Skills to B2 Level
The programme is less intensive, has a lighter study load, and includes many interactive learning methods. Do you want to learn Dutch but can’t attend classes during the day? Or do you prefer studying from home? Our evening courses are perfect for students who work or study during the day. These courses are similar to our in-person lessons and follow the semi-intensive format. They are taught by experienced teachers in small groups, allowing for personal guidance. We use Zoom for live online lessons and our LMS (Learning Management System) for homework and tests.
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Don’t wait too long to sign up – spots are limited! After you register, we’ll schedule an intake interview where you can ask all your questions and we’ll assess your starting level. So make sure to sign up on time and start your journey toward mastering the Dutch language with Lest Best!
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Are you new to the Netherlands and required to complete the civic integration process? We’ll help you pass the exam at the highest level! With our intensive programme, you can go from A0 to B2 level in just one year.
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Utrecht
Dutch Course A2–B1: A2 to A2–B1 | Intensive
In the A2–B1 course, you complete level A2 and begin working towards level B1. You will learn how to make phone calls, describe objects and events, talk about your future plans, and describe things in more detail.
Utrecht
Dutch Course A1: A0 to A1 | Intensive
Learn how to introduce yourself, talk about your family, order something, ask how someone is doing, make an appointment, ask questions, and express positive or negative opinions.
Online, Rotterdam, Utrecht
Dutch Course B2+ Speaking and Writing
Learn how to write effective letters, emails and essays with clear structure and cohesion. You will also learn how to deliver engaging and well-structured presentations.
Online, Rotterdam, Utrecht
NT2 Exam Training B1 and B2
This course prepares you thoroughly for all parts of the State Exam. You will practise with past exams and receive advice on strategies for the different components.
Online, Rotterdam, Utrecht
Individual Dutch Course
From B1 level onwards, you can opt for individual lessons. For A1 and A2 levels, a group course is a better choice. It is also possible to take a mock exam if you are not following an exam training or course with us.
Utrecht
Dutch Course A2: A1 to A2 | Intensive
You will learn how to ask and talk about past events, describe a technical problem, make small talk, describe objects and surroundings, ask for and give information.
Online, Rotterdam, Utrecht
KNM: Knowledge of Dutch Society
This course supports newcomers in better understanding Dutch society and prepares you for the integration exam. Through interactive lessons, you will work with materials such as the Taal Compleet KNM textbook, newspaper articles, and videos, so you can learn step by step how Dutch society functions.
Utrecht
Dutch Course B1.1 | Intensive
You will learn to talk about personal experiences, ask for someone’s opinion and give your own, make and decline a proposal.
Utrecht
Dutch Course B1.2 | Intensive
You will learn how to express empathy and reassure others, respond to a discussion partner, indicate unwillingness or inability to say something, and give an emphatic reaction.
Utrecht
Dutch Course B2.1 | Intensive
Learn to give presentations and dialogues, retell an article, explain, argue, debate, and master all common language functions.
Utrecht
Dutch Course B2.2 | Intensive
Learn how to provide information, express your opinion and respond to the opinions of others, describe situations and events from the past, deliver an argument and defend your position using various arguments.
Online, Rotterdam, Utrecht
Dutch Course B2.2 | Semi-intensive
Learn how to provide information, express your opinion and respond to the opinions of others, describe situations and events from the past, deliver an argument and defend your position using various arguments.
Online, Rotterdam, Utrecht
Dutch Course A1: From A0 to A1 | Semi-intensive
Learn how to introduce yourself, greet and say goodbye, make appointments, make suggestions, order and thank, ask questions, give information, and do the shopping.
Online, Rotterdam, Utrecht
Dutch Course A2–B1: A2 to A2–B1 | Semi-intensive
In the A2–B1 course, you complete level A2 and begin working towards level B1. You will learn how to make phone calls, describe objects and events, talk about your future plans, and describe things in more detail.
Rotterdam
Dutch Course A2–B1: A2 to A2–B1 | Extensive
In the A2–B1 course, you complete level A2 and begin working towards level B1. You will learn how to make phone calls, describe objects and events, talk about your future plans, and describe things in more detail.
Online, Rotterdam, Utrecht
Dutch Course A2: A1 to A2 | Semi-intensive
You will learn how to ask and talk about past events, describe a technical problem, make small talk, describe objects and surroundings, ask for and give information.
Rotterdam
Dutch Course B1.1 | Extensive
You will learn to talk about personal experiences, ask for someone’s opinion and give your own, make and decline a proposal.
Online, Rotterdam, Utrecht
Dutch Course B1.1 | Semi-intensive
You will learn to talk about personal experiences, ask for someone’s opinion and give your own, make and decline a proposal.
Rotterdam
Dutch Course B1.2 | Extensive
You will learn how to express empathy and reassure others, respond to a discussion partner, indicate unwillingness or inability to say something, and give an emphatic reaction.
Online, Rotterdam, Utrecht
Dutch Course B1.2 | Semi-intensive
You will learn how to express empathy and reassure others, respond to a discussion partner, indicate unwillingness or inability to say something, and give an emphatic reaction.
Online, Rotterdam, Utrecht
Dutch Course B2.1 | Semi-intensive
Learn to give presentations and dialogues, retell an article, explain, argue, debate, and master all common language functions.