Frequently asked questions

Debby Roolvink, a Dutch native speaker from Twente in the east of the Netherlands. She has taught Dutch online to non-native speakers from all over the world since September 2020 and has given more than 4,000 lessons. She is not a formally certified teacher, but a passionate language lover who is learning French herself, so she knows exactly what it feels like to be a student.

Every level, from complete beginners to advanced learners. In the trial lesson we find out where you are and what you need next.

No. Lessons are for anyone from 10 to 121 years old, and everything in between.

We usually start with a simple question: how are you, how was your week? From there we move on to homework, conversation, your own questions, reading or listening. Every lesson is a little different and Debby adapts to you. Prefer a fixed structure? That is fine too.

A trial lesson takes 45 minutes and costs €10. You get to know each other and look at your level, your goals (work, study, daily life, an exam) and how you like to learn: with a textbook, by chatting, or both. You also decide whether you want homework. Afterwards you know exactly what the lessons will look like.

Lessons take place in Microsoft Teams or Zoom. You receive a link by email; you do not need an account and you do not have to install anything. Click the link, choose the web browser option and allow access to your camera and microphone. Log in about five minutes early, especially for your first lesson.

Yes, if you live in Twente or nearby (for example Enschede, Hengelo, Almelo or Oldenzaal) in-person lessons are possible by arrangement, at home or at your workplace.

A standard lesson takes 60 minutes. A different length, for example 45 or 90 minutes, is possible by arrangement.

Book directly in the online planner at kletstalk.nl/book: choose a time that suits you and you receive a confirmation by email with the link to the online classroom. Prefer to ask something first? Send a message through the contact form and Debby replies within 48 hours.

Days and times are set together with the group, usually in the evening (CET) so they fit around work. Let Debby know your level and availability and she will match you with a group or start a new one.

A 45-minute trial lesson costs €10. For regular lessons the price depends on the type of lesson, the length and the number of lessons in your package. Send a message and you will receive the current prices within 48 hours.

By bank transfer or PayPal. With a Dutch bank account you can also pay with a Tikkie or a payment request. You always receive an invoice, payable within 14 days.

It is not required, but recommended if you want to work on grammar step by step. You choose a suitable book together.

Private lessons can be rescheduled or cancelled free of charge up to 24 hours in advance, via the “manage booking” link in your confirmation email, or by sending Debby a message. A group lesson can be rescheduled by arrangement, as long as you do so more than 24 hours in advance. A lesson cancelled within 24 hours is charged.

Yes. KletsTalk teaches Dutch to international employees, individually or in small groups, online or on location in Twente. The lessons focus on the Dutch your team actually needs at work.

Debby started teaching on italki and Preply, where you can read reviews from her students.