Amsterdam
Train at the heart of European innovation.
Why Amsterdam?
Amsterdam is the home city of Sude Nexus and one of Europe's most progressive cities for education and innovation. It is a city that has been pioneering open thinking, cultural exchange and international connection for centuries, and that spirit is woven into everything from its architecture and its museums to the everyday life of its streets and canals. For education professionals, Amsterdam is a uniquely stimulating destination. The city has a world-class education system with a strong tradition of inquiry-based learning, student-centred pedagogy and innovative school design. Its diverse, multilingual population and its long history as a place of refuge and tolerance make it an ideal setting for courses on inclusion, global citizenship, intercultural communication and social-emotional learning.
Amsterdam is a city that rewards curiosity. Whether you are spending a morning in the Rijksmuseum, cycling along the canals in the early evening, or exploring the vibrant street life of the Jordaan or the De Pijp neighbourhoods, you will find a city that is endlessly engaging and genuinely human in scale.
Why Train in Amsterdam?
A City Built on Open Thinking
Amsterdam has been a centre of intellectual and artistic freedom for four centuries. For education professionals, the city offers a living example of what an open, tolerant and creatively ambitious society looks like in practice.
World-Class Educational Tradition
The Netherlands has one of the highest-performing education systems in Europe. Training in Amsterdam means being immersed in a culture that takes learning, innovation and professional development seriously.
A City of Culture and Creativity
From the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum to the vibrant contemporary arts scene, Amsterdam offers cultural experiences of extraordinary depth and variety that enrich every course week.
Getting to Amsterdam
Amsterdam is served by Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, one of the busiest and best-connected airports in Europe. Direct flights are available from virtually every European country. The city centre is 15 minutes from the airport by direct train. Amsterdam is also easily reached by Eurostar from London, by Thalys from Paris and Brussels, and by direct rail connections from Germany and beyond.
Cultural Highlights
A selection of the experiences that make Amsterdam such a memorable destination for our participants.
The Canals and the Historic Centre
Amsterdam's UNESCO-listed canal ring is one of the most beautiful urban landscapes in the world. An evening walk or boat trip along the Prinsengracht or Herengracht is an experience that stays with participants long after the course ends.
The Rijksmuseum and the Museum Quarter
The Rijksmuseum houses one of the greatest collections of Dutch Golden Age painting in the world, including masterworks by Rembrandt and Vermeer. Many of our optional cultural activities include guided visits to these iconic landmarks.
A City of Diversity and Inclusion
Amsterdam has been a city of refuge, tolerance and diversity for centuries. For education professionals working on inclusion, global citizenship or social-emotional learning, the city offers living examples of the values they bring to their classrooms.
Dutch Food and Social Culture
From the famous stroopwafels and herring to Indonesian rijsttafel and a thriving contemporary food scene, Amsterdam offers a genuinely rich culinary experience that makes every social evening memorable.
Courses Available in Amsterdam
All 32 of our school education professional development courses are available in Amsterdam. Browse the full catalogue to find the right course for your Erasmus+ project.
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