Education
Information
Learning the Dutch language
If you would like to learn Dutch, on this page you will find several (free) opportunities to learn Dutch.
Education for children from Ukraine who cannot speak Dutch yet
If you have fled from Ukraine and have children under 18 who do not speak Dutch yet, schools offer help so your child can learn Dutch and get a Dutch education.
Different types of education in the Netherlands
If you go to school in the Netherlands, you may choose what type of education you or your child receives. In this article you can read more about the different types of education.
Primary school
Children ages 4 through 12 attend primary school. Primary school has 8 groups. Children are required to attend school from the age of 4. On this page you can read all about primary school.
Secondary school
After primary school, children attend secondary school. Secondary school consists of different levels and years. Children up to age 16, sometimes 18, are required to attend school. On this page you can read all about secondary school.
Studying
After secondary school, you can continue your studies. You can study at different levels. The level of your studies depends on your secondary school diploma. In this article, you will find information about the different levels if you are going to study.
Conditions for studying under the Temporary Protection Directive
If you have fled Ukraine and want to study in the Netherlands, you must meet certain conditions. On this page you can read more about those conditions.
Paying for your studies in the Netherlands under the Temporary Protection Directive
If you have fled from Ukraine, according to the rules, you may also study here. However, you must be able to pay for your studies yourself and you will not receive money from the Dutch government for this.
Diploma evaluation in the Netherlands under the Temporary Protection Directive
If you obtained a diploma in Ukraine and want to study (or continue studying), you need to have your diploma evaluated. This way you know at what level you can study in the Netherlands. You can have 1 diploma evaluated free of charge.
Useful organisations if you want to study
There are many organisations that can help you if you want to study in the Netherlands. You will find an overview on this page.
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