Education
Ask the Expert: Bilingualism Q and A with Eowyn Crisfield
Amsterdam Mamas’ expert on bilingualism answers questions from the community. Q: My son is growing up with multiple languages. Is it possible that he learns three languages at the same level (as good as native)? How many languages can a...School Choices: Going Dutch with your Children?
Struggling over schooling options? Eowyn Crisfield helps answer the question many expat parents in the Netherlands face – whether to ‘go Dutch’ or seek other options Although Amsterdam Mama families come in all shapes and sizes, one thing that many...
Peuterspeelzaal: First Foot on the Education Ladder
One of our Mamas tells us about the day her son started at peuterspeelzaal, and passes on her tips. We have just dropped my middle son off at peuterspeelzaal. To non-Dutch speakers that’s preschool or kindergarten. We’ve been preparing him for some time now for...
Running Ahead: Kids and Language Acquisition
Is your child learning Dutch? Child Psychologist Kate Berger MSc of Expat Kids Club explains why your child is likely to pick up the new language with ease, and what this means for you. Why Children Often Learn Dutch Quickly Having made the big decision of which...
Special Needs Education Support in the Netherlands
For an international parent, navigating the Dutch education system is daunting, particularly if your child has special educational needs. Here is our guide to getting the information and support you need in the Netherlands. Overview Wherever possible, children with...
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