Dutch Level Assessment at Koentact

Have you learned some Dutch before but are you not sure which course level is right for you?

At Koentact, we use a short Dutch level assessment to help you find the course that fits you best. This assessment gives us a clear picture of your current Dutch skills so we can recommend the right starting point.

Don’t worry, it’s not an exam. The goal is simply to help you join a class where you feel comfortable and can make the most progress.

Why Koentact offers level assessments

Every student has a different background with Dutch. Some people learned the basics years ago, while others practice speaking every day but never studied grammar.

That’s why we look at several skills during the assessment, including:

speaking
listening
reading
writing

Sometimes your speaking level is higher than your writing level (or the other way around). By checking both, we can give you the most accurate advice about which course suits you best.

At Koentact, our courses are divided into levels based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), from beginner (A1) to upper-intermediate (B2). You can read more about these levels on our Dutch language levels (CEFR) page.

If you’re new to Koentact, you can explore all our Dutch language courses to see which format works best for you.

What happens during the assessment?

The level assessment has two parts:

1. Written assessment

First, you complete a short written test.
This helps us understand your vocabulary, grammar, and reading level.

You can usually fill this in online before your assessment.

2. Speaking assessment

After the written part, you will speak with one of our teachers for about 15–20 minutes.

During this conversation we might:

ask you some simple questions in Dutch
talk about your background with the language
discuss your goals for learning Dutch

Our teachers are very experienced in speaking with Dutch learners, so there is no need to feel nervous.

How can you take the level assessment?

During our Open Day

If you visit one of our Open Days, you can take the speaking assessment there with one of our teachers.

You can complete the written test beforehand, or fill it in at the event. After that, the teacher will discuss the results with you and recommend the best course level.

Online

You can also do the assessment online.

After enrolling for a course, you will receive:

a link to the written test
a link to schedule a short call with one of our teachers

During the call, the teacher will discuss your written answers and talk with you in Dutch before recommending the best course level.

What if the level is not perfect?

Sometimes it can be difficult to place someone exactly between two levels.

In that case, we will discuss your learning goals together. For example:

Do you prefer to repeat some basics and build confidence?
Or do you like a challenge and move a bit faster?

Even after the first lesson, it is still possible to discuss a different level if needed. The most important thing is that you feel comfortable and motivated in your class.

Ready to start learning Dutch?

If you’re unsure about your Dutch level, the assessment is the best place to start.

Our teachers will help you find the right course so you can learn Dutch, meet new people, and start speaking with confidence.