Missed Dutch? So what?

Failing the first session is never pleasant. But many students go through it… only to succeed brilliantly in the summer. It’s no coincidence. After a setback, everything changes: mindset, strategy, method. It’s often this new perspective that leads to real success in August—sometimes more than in June.

At the Nederlandse Academie, we see students grow every summer. Less stress, better preparation, more motivation. Why? Because failure forces the right questions: “How do I learn? What’s blocking me? What could I do differently?” The result: real, lasting progress… and often a breakthrough.

What if the summer session weren’t just a retake, but a second chance that better suits your pace? A moment to regain confidence, learn differently, and prove to yourself that you can succeed.

 

Less stress, more clarity

The second session offers a completely different context. No exam overload, no juggling multiple subjects... Summer offers breathing space and calm—ideal for focusing. Students can finally dedicate time to Dutch, without distractions or outside pressure.

That clarity changes everything. Away from the academic hustle, it becomes easier to choose a learning style that really fits: visual, auditory, structured or intuitive. At the Nederlandse Academie, we help each student build a personalised revision plan.

The summer session becomes a time for a fresh start—calmer, clearer, with a new perspective on the language. And with that clarity, progress is often faster.

 

Learn differently to retain better

Studying for the second session doesn’t mean repeating what didn’t work. It’s the perfect time to break the routine and try something new: podcasts, subtitled series, chats with native speakers, intensive small-group sessions… Dutch is learned far beyond the textbooks.

At the Nederlandse Academie, we believe in a practical, engaging and effective method. Our summer courses foster real interaction with the language and renew the desire to learn. Thanks to our Nedaca@Home platform, students can also practise at their own rhythm—wherever they are.

Learning differently also means rediscovering the joy of language. And that joy is the real key to success.

 

Prove to yourself that you can do it

Passing the second session isn’t about “catching up”. It’s about transformation. It’s recognising your weaknesses—but above all your strengths. It’s turning a difficult moment into momentum.

What we see every summer is that success in August often has even more value than success in June. It’s more intentional, better built, and truly deserved. And it rebuilds confidence—not only for Dutch, but for the rest of your studies, projects and career.

At the Nederlandse Academie, we help students regain this confidence through dynamic lessons, personal coaching and flexible formats. Because learning a language isn’t just about grammar—it’s an inner victory.

 

A summer session: a real opportunity

Failing an exam isn’t failure—it’s often the beginning of a different path. More realistic, better paced, more human. The second session isn’t a punishment—it’s a chance to do better, differently. So if you’re wondering whether it’s possible to succeed in Dutch during the second session, the answer is yes. And maybe even better than the first time.