Erasmus + The Hague – March 23-27 '26
March, 2026
They sometimes say that a career in education is a flat one, but sometimes something comes your way that makes the river flow a little faster again. Something that motivates you just that little bit more, something that reminds you very well how much fun teaching can be.
Well, dear colleagues, that was the past week for us (Mieke and myself). “Organizing an Erasmus mobility for our NT2 students.” It was a bit of pioneering work and it kept us busy for the greater part of this school year. Enjoying working together, planning, coordinating, selecting candidates, and solving puzzles. Even the preparation alone was quite an experience!
But last week, the moment finally arrived. On Monday morning, we were all packed and ready at Brussels South and prepared for the adventure.
And was it fun?
And was it everything we had expected?
And would we recommend it to everyone?
To all these questions a resounding YES!!!
It was a wonderful week! We cycled, walked, sailed, listened, ate, drank, laughed, and above all spoke and learned a loooooong amount of Dutch.
Everything Erasmus stands for could be ticked off: getting to know a new culture, bringing people together, giving self-confidence, problem-solving thinking, and even becoming a bit more of a “European”.
We could talk about it for hours, but perhaps it is better to let the images speak for themselves and give the floor to our students themselves.
Paulina from Poland:
“This Erasmus week in The Hague gave me the chance to meet other people who are super motivated to learn Dutch as well. I had a great time and will never forget the feeling I had when I saw Mesdag's panoramic painting! ✨ it was a wonderful week!”
Bengisu from Turkey:
“To all of you, it was wonderful with you and I really enjoyed it. I left The Hague with many beautiful memories and the confidence to speak Dutch.”