Dutch teacher Nikki Derlagen

Nikki Derlagen

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Community Tutor
Teaches
Dutch
Native
Speaks
English
Native
Spanish
German
Arabic
Italian
Other
Traveling photographer & filmmaker that loves learning ánd teaching languages
From NetherlandsLiving in Other, Netherlands (13:30 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jul 18, 2023
InterestsMusicReadingFilms & TV SeriesTravelFood
Hi, I'm Nikki, 29 years old and I'm from Amsterdam. After years of traveling and working in places all over the world, I'm still a typical 'Kaaskop' and traveling has actually made me more enthusiastic about teaching people more about the Dutch language and culture. I speak Dutch, English and Spanish and am studying German, Italian and Arabic - so I know how hard it is to learn a new language and can be of great help. I have a lot of interests and experience many different things through my work as a traveling photographer and filmmaker, so don't worry we don't have anything to talk about. I'm quite relaxed and patient, but I will definitely challenge you enough to make sure your level goes up every class. I do think however, that it's okay to make plenty of mistakes since this is a big part of learning a new language and also from what you learn the most. So during our conversations or an exercise I will mainly let you go ahead and discuss some corrections later, instead of constantly interrupting you. The most important thing is that you get a lot of practice with the language, that speaking Dutch becomes comfortable for you and that you show progress instead of shutting down because you're striving for perfection :) I tailor my classes to what you personally need. So whether you're advanced or just starting out, anything is possible! Also the subject is entirely up to you: if you want to focus on grammar, we'll do that. If you want to expand your vocabulary, we'll do ...
My teaching material
  • PDF file
  • Text Documents
  • Presentation slides/PPT
  • Audio files
  • Image files
  • Video files
  • Articles and news
  • Quizzes
  • Homework Assignments
5.0
Rating
310
Students
1751
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate

Dutch Lessons

Trial Lesson
205 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Dutch for Beginners or Intermediate
A1 -  B2

Language Essentials

1,027 lessons completed
USD 23.00+
Package with 5% off
Dutch language & culture
A2 -  B2

Language Essentials

27 lessons completed
USD 23.00+
Package with 5% off
Conversation practice (all levels)
A1 -  C2

Conversation

492 lessons completed
USD 23.00+
Package with 5% off

Availability

60 Reviews

Charles
2 Dutch lessons
Teacher’s pick
Nikki wrecks my head, in the best way possible! After a lesson with her, I need a good cup of tea and a few deep breaths because I can't wait to get stuck into the ideas and concepts that we've covered. Een echte aanrader!
Apr 10, 2025
trever a
36 Dutch lessons
Teacher’s pick
Nikki is a fantastic teacher and I recommend her without reservation. Her energy is infectious and our time flew by with never a dull moment. Our lessons were tremendously fun, with Nikki encouraging the conversations with topics, questions, and stories. Her teaching is clear, supportive, and instructive. My time with Nikki accelerated my learning and I am so grateful. Thank you, Nikki!
Jul 18, 2024
Student Alex
Alex
22 Dutch lessons
Nikki is a very patient, kind and friendly teacher, lessons with her are absolutely worth it!
Apr 26, 2026
SalluzziGina
11 Dutch lessons
Teacher’s pick
Nikki is super! She’s not only a good teacher (explains with different words, is patient while you think about building your sentence, notes new vocabulary for you) but also engaging and overall fun to talk to
Oct 5, 2024
Kate
37 Dutch lessons
After more than a year’s worth of learning with Nikki, I can confidently say that she is one of the best language tutors I have ever had. I have struggled a lot with the so-called ‘intermediate plateau’, and these lessons have been a tremendous help in motivating me to keep learning and expanding my vocabulary. Nikki is especially great at bringing interesting and relevant topics from the Dutch cultural zeitgeist into our discussions. It was the first time I approached the language as a way to engage with topics I care about, instead of treating it as something separate, and that has been a huge learning breakthrough for me. Hartelijk dank!
May 25, 2026
Devidx80
1 Dutch lesson
I have a trial lesson with her, and she is able to tailor the lesson to suit my needs.
Apr 5, 2026
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