Lest Best B.V. as a language partner for your company or educational institution
Lest Best B.V. is an inspiring partner in knowledge, language, and innovation for companies and institutions. As a language institute, we aim for long-term partnerships that benefit all parties. We make clear agreements with the goal of mutual success and sustainable growth.
Since 2021, Lest Best has partnered with Boswell-Bèta to provide the educational pathway for higher education in the Utrecht region (U16 municipalities). This pathway is part of the new Civic Integration Act 2021. Other municipalities also participate, such as Rivierenland, Gorinchem, and Molenlanden.
Dutch courses for international staff
Utrecht University
Since 2020, Lest Best has offered a wide range of Dutch courses for the international staff of Utrecht University. Over 100 participants start a course three times a year. Registration for these courses is only possible via the Utrecht University intranet.
Foundation for Refugee Students
UAF
Since 1948, the UAF has supported refugee students, professionals, and academics in pursuing education and entering the Dutch job market. With personal guidance, financial support, and access to networks, we help them realise their potential — benefiting both refugees and Dutch society.
Language partner Utrecht Region and surrounding areas
Boswell‑Bèta
Boswell-Bèta is the former science department of Utrecht University’s James Boswell Institute. For nearly 50 years, Boswell-Bèta has been offering education for Dutch and international students who cannot directly enrol in university. Together, Lest Best and Boswell-Bèta provide the higher education route under the Civic Integration Act 2021 in Utrecht and surrounding areas.
Civic Integration & Participation Agreement
City of Utrecht
As a language provider in the Utrecht region, we’ve signed the Civic Integration & Participation Agreement with the municipality of Utrecht. The goal: to improve the quality of language education, detect and prevent fraud, and strengthen collaboration. Language is key to faster progress for newcomers.
Dutch Council for Training and Education
NRTO
Lest Best is certified by the NRTO. This quality mark represents professionalism and transparency in private education. It assures clients that Lest Best meets high standards in customer service, qualified staff, and clarity about services and conditions.
Language Training for Companies and Employees
Looking for language training for international staff? Besides our regular courses, we offer custom in-company training at your location, at our offices in Utrecht or Rotterdam, or online. For individuals, a course from our standard offerings is usually the best fit, but we also offer private lessons.
Lest Best has over 25 years of experience and is a leading institute in NT2 education for highly educated internationals in the Netherlands. Our strength: a sharp focus on one specialty — Dutch as a second language for highly educated non-native speakers. We offer personalised attention, varied teaching methods, and continuous quality improvement. Our experienced, dedicated teaching team delivers high-quality programmes that meet the needs of both students and partners.
NT2 for highly educated non-native speakers
Small class sizes
Focus on speaking (in and outside class)
Thorough intake process
Progress monitoring
Final assessments based on CEFR
Ongoing quality assurance and teacher training
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