Dutch School Vocabulary — Classroom Words & Phrases

Whether you’re a student, a parent, or simply interested in learning Dutch, mastering vocabulary related to school and education is essential. In this lesson, we’ll introduce over 100 common Dutch words and phrases used in classrooms, schools, and academic settings. This guide will help you speak and understand school-related Dutch with confidence.

🏫 Basic School Vocabulary

• De school – The school
• De leraar / De lerares – The teacher (male/female)
• De leerling – The student / pupil
• De klas – The class
• Het klaslokaal – The classroom
• De directeur – The principal
• De les – The lesson
• Het huiswerk – Homework
• Het rapport – The report card
• Het vak – The subject

📚 School Subjects in Dutch

• Wiskunde – Mathematics
• Natuurkunde – Physics
• Biologie – Biology
• Scheikunde – Chemistry
• Geschiedenis – History
• Aardrijkskunde – Geography
• Talen – Languages
• Nederlands – Dutch
• Engels – English
• Frans – French
• Duits – German
• Kunst – Art
• Muziek – Music
• Lichamelijke opvoeding – Physical Education (PE)

✏️ School Supplies in Dutch

• Het potlood – Pencil
• De pen – Pen
• Het schrift – Notebook
• Het boek – Book
• De rugzak – Backpack
• Het bord – Board (chalkboard/whiteboard)
• De gum – Eraser
• De liniaal – Ruler
• De map – Folder
• De laptop – Laptop

👩‍🏫 Useful School Phrases

• Ik ga naar school. – I go to school.
• Ik maak mijn huiswerk. – I do my homework.
• De leraar legt het goed uit. – The teacher explains it well.
• Ik heb een toets. – I have a test.
• De les begint om acht uur. – The lesson starts at 8 o'clock.

📘 Tips for Learners

• Use flashcards to memorize school-related vocabulary.
• Practice writing simple school-related sentences in Dutch.
• Label your school supplies with Dutch words.
• Watch Dutch children's educational programs or school dramas to pick up natural expressions.

🔗 Related Lessons

• Dutch Numbers
• Dutch Alphabet
• Basic Dutch Phrases