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Celebrate 25 Years of Kickstart!
Win Language Prizes & Join us at the party!
Save the date for our Grand Jubilee Party with your classmates on Friday, November 6th! Take part in our exciting anniversary competitions for a chance to win a variety of premium language prizes for you or your partner, and RSVP.
Stories. Culture. Community.
For 25 years, Kickstart School has helped people from around the world build a life in the Netherlands through language. This jubilee is about celebrating our community, our many distinct faces, and the unique stories that connect us all.
We invite our fellow students and teachers to come along and celebrate this milestone together on Friday, November 6th.
And you have multiple chances to win various prizes by sharing your cultural flavors, showcasing your business journey, or creating a playful reel. There are many ways to get involved in the celebration througout the year and you can find out how to participate below.
Kickstart School Community Soup Cookbook Contest
Deadline: 1 October 2026
Food connects us across cultures, and every soup tells a story. We specifically chose soup because it is a beloved staple that brings warmth and comfort during the cold winter season in the Netherlands.
At Kickstart School, we celebrate our diverse international community. To honour our 25th anniversary, we are crossing borders, mixing cultures, and inviting you to share your unique flavors within the Kickstart community.
Join our milestone celebration, showcase your favourite soup, and share your recipe and the story behind it with us.
Why Participate?
- Have your recipe published in our Printed Cookbook
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Get a shot at having your soup served at the Jubilee Party
- Win Premium Language Prizes for you or your partner
Please click the link below to review the full entry guidelines and find out what to prepare for your submission.
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Share Your Entrepreneur Story
Deadline: 1 January 2027
Language opens up a world of new opportunities, serving as a powerful stepping stone for professional growth. Many of our students are building businesses as ZZP-ers or freelancers, here in the Netherlands.
At Kickstart School, we want to celebrate your hard work and highlight your journey. We know that learning a language builds bridges, fosters confidence, and unlocks true success. To honour our 25th anniversary, we invite you to share your story so we can celebrate your journey together.
Join our milestone celebration, show off your business, and share your success with our community.
Why Participate?
- Inspire Your Peers With Your Story
- Get Visibility and Exposure Within Our Community
- Win a Free General Language Group Course for you or your partner
Please click the link below to review the full entry guidelines and find out what to prepare for your submission.
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Reel Contest: Share Your Language Moments
Deadline: 2 April 2027
True language learning happens when you step outside the classroom and connect with the world around you.
At Kickstart School, your success is our success, and we are interested in seeing your daily communication efforts in action. Living in a new country can be challenging, and speaking a new language takes courage. We want to experience how you navigate your journey using Dutch or English through authentic moments, which can inspire others, who are on this same path.
Join our milestone celebration, capture your favorite language moments, and share your world with our community.
Why Participate?
- Surprise Yourself While Putting Your Language Skills in Action
- Connect Your Reel With an International Audience
- Win Premium Language Prizes for you or your partner
Please click the link below to review the full entry guidelines and find out what to prepare for your submission.
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Join Us for the Jubilee Celebration
Join us as we mark 25 years of Kickstart School!
To honor this special milestone, we are hosting a jubilee party to bring together our current students, our young learners, alumni, teachers, and our partners within the community for an evening of food, music, and connection.
Date: November 6th
Time: 17:00-19:00
Location: Kickstart School
What to Expect
- Taste the chosen winning soup from our community cookbook, prepared by our chef.
- Enjoy catering and refreshments from within the talented network
- Listen to live music with an optional sing-along participation
- Connect and network with fellow students, alumni, and teachers.
- Receive a complimentary printed copy of the official Kickstart Soup Cookbook as a thank you for being a part of our 25-year journey.
Thank You for Being Part of Our Story
For 25 years, students from around the world have helped make Kickstart the vibrant international community it is today. Your enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment to learning have shaped who we are and inspired us every step of the way.
We are proud to have been part of so many language-learning journeys, friendships, and success stories. As we celebrate this milestone, we want to thank every student, teacher, and community member who has contributed to our growth over the years.
Here's to the memories we've made together—and to many more years of learning, connection, and opportunity ahead.
