HLE Network is opgenomen in de nieuwe brochure Dichter bij de mensen van de Gemeente Eindhoven

The Educational Council of the Netherlands (Onderwijsraad) voices serious concerns about the law proposal on informal education.

Voor het eerst in Nederland kwamen vertegenwoordigers van moedertaalonderwijs binnen én buiten Nederland en Vlaanderen samen aan één tafel.

During a professionalization workshop, heritage language educators explored a new self-evaluation tool.

Een unieke brainstormsessie 'Van informeel naar formeel': kan er een programma worden ontwikkeld waarmee moedertaaldocenten bevoegd worden om les te geven in het reguliere onderwijs?

In Zurich the heritage language programs are formally recognized but remain community-led, with access to training and lesson spaces.

This year’s program, with its depth, scope, and level of professional expertise, shows how far the heritage language education sector has come — and how much potential lies ahead.

A team of Japanese heritage language teachers based in the Netherlands create teaching materials for Japanese heritage language learners worldwide.

October 8, 2025 Anne van Buul receives a small token of appreciation for her service on the board of HLE Network. After three years of dedicated service on the HLE Network board, Anne van Buul is stepping down from her board role. During this period, HLE Network experienced enormous growth, thanks in large part to Anne’s contribution. She adeptly hosted several of our key events and played a key role in helping us secure funding from the municipality of Eindhoven, a true game

The Forum of Polish Schools in the Netherlands celebrates 30 years of supporting Polish-speaking children through heritage language education. Eindhoven teachers awarded for their dedication and service.

The Eindhoven Persian School celebrates its new location.

Advice from the Dutch Education Council: developing the home language is enriching for multilingual students!

Be impressed by the "HL Highlights" from this past school year, showcasing the successes of the HL programs in Eindhoven.

A new German HL program in the north of the Netherlands becomes part of the HLE Network.

Today marked an inspiring start to the school year for two heritage language programs in Eindhoven, each settling into a welcoming new host location.

Het is belangrijk dat kinderen leuke boeken in hun moedertaal kunnen lezen – en dankzij moedertaalprogramma's lukt dat ook!

A new "Review Rubric" has been published for heritage language (HL) programs worldwide, designed to help managers, teachers, and administrators reflect on their organization’s practices and spark discussion on improvement strategies.

June 10, 2025 ENGLISH VERSION BELOW Al zes jaar combineert HLE Network steun vanuit de gemeenschap met evidence-based activiteiten om...

Want to inspire teens to learn their heritage language? Journalism works!

HLE Network had the privilege of attending the 25th Brainport voor Elkaar dinner.

Teachers from the Korean School of Eindhoven joined heritage language teachers from across Europe for a professional development conference.

What does a professional heritage language education sector could look like?

During a recent visit to Washington, D.C., HLE Network’s Managing Director had the pleasure of meeting up with Ana Lucia Lico of ABRACE (Associação Brasileira de Cultura e Educação) and the U.S. Coalition for Community-Based Heritage Language Schools.

This year, the Russian Language Center “Buratino” celebrates its 25th anniversary.