Smart Campus Leerpark: Where education, business, and community thrive
Meeting, connecting, and inspiring at Smart Campus Leerpark
An inspiring environment for High Tech Systems & Materials innovation
Many companies, including global organisations, choose Dordrecht because of its excellent location on the southern side of the Randstad. Smart Campus Leerpark (SCALE) is a rapidly developing district in Dordrecht, designed for education, entrepreneurship, and community engagement. It’s a place where educational institutions, like ROC Da Vinci College, meet with local businesses, housing, and retail spaces, fostering innovation and collaboration. Discover how the park’s “Weconomy” principle helps students, residents, and entrepreneurs connect and grow in this forward-thinking community.
Innovative environment for education and business
Smart Campus Leerpark combines schools like Wartburg College, Stedelijk Dalton Lyceum, and Insula College with dynamic business premises and a growing retail sector. This blend of educational and entrepreneurial activity makes the campus a vibrant place to innovate and connect. With over 35,000 m² of business space, Smart Campus Leerpark is the perfect location for companies in sustainability, energy, and maritime solutions.
Prime location for entrepreneurs
Positioned near the heart of Dordrecht and easily accessible via the N3 and public transport, Smart Campus Leerpark offers businesses a well-connected environment to grow. The campus is designed to stimulate entrepreneurship, making it a top choice for startups and established companies alike. Its unique “Weconomy” philosophy emphasizes shared access and collaboration over ownership.
Digital and physical innovation
The core principle of Smart Campus Leerpark is sustainability and a circular economy. This ethos is reflected in the innovative projects carried out by residents, businesses, and educational institutions. Collaboration is key, with students and entrepreneurs working side by side on real-world projects that contribute to the district’s growing reputation as a hub for green innovation and sustainable business practices. SCALE is also one of the first campuses that brings together digital and physical innovation, creating a unique position in the Netherlands.
Part of the Drechtsteden
Digitalisation and automation are driving rapid transformations. The Drechtsteden, with Dordrecht as the central municipality, are committed to supporting companies in this transition. Every day, companies and talent in Dordrecht achieve groundbreaking developments, driven by pragmatism and an unparalleled work ethic. Start-ups, scale-ups, SMEs, and top international companies such as Van Oord, Boskalis, Fokker, Royal IHC, Bolidt, Oceanco, and Damen Shipyards are the driving force behind employment and innovation. Deal collaborates with the Economic Development Board Drechtsteden, a collective of companies, government, and knowledge institutions focused on the future of the region. Through initiatives such as Young Professionals and various innovation programs, new ideas are turned into real-life projects.
Our specialised assets at Smart Campus Leerpark
Smart Campus Leerpark offers flexible and sustainable workspaces designed for innovation in education, energy, and new industries.
Kopgebouw
The Kopgebouw at Smart Campus Leerpark is a modern building designed for innovation. Connected to the Duurzaamheidsfabriek via a bridge, it offers dynamic office spaces for businesses active in sustainability and energy. It’s the perfect environment for companies looking to foster collaboration and innovation.
- Flexible offices
- Sustainable design
- Central atrium
- Bridge connection
- Networking opportunities
- Modern facilities
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Chemistry & Energy
The Netherland’s impressive Chemistry & Energy sector is at the forefront of groundbreaking research, focusing on renewable energy sources, cleantech, and advanced energy technologies. It confronts challenges like energy transition and resource management, encompassing diverse innovations that contribute to a sustainable world.
Smart Campus Leerpark is a thriving hub for chemistry and energy innovation, rooted in sustainability and the circular economy. With over 35,000 m² of business space, the campus attracts companies active in sustainable energy, green chemistry, and maritime solutions. Educational institutions and businesses work closely together, enabling students and entrepreneurs to collaborate on real-world projects that accelerate innovation. Supported by the wider Drechtsteden region, known for its strong industrial base and pragmatic approach, Smart Campus Leerpark offers an accessible, collaborative environment where sustainable technologies and energy solutions are developed and brought into practice.
High tech systems & materials
High Tech Systems & Materials
High Tech Systems and Materials in the Netherlands explores advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI), nanotechnology, quantum technology, advanced materials, aerospace, cryogenic systems, and photonics. Researchers in this sector work on ground-breaking technologies, which are essential to drive progress in other sectors such as energy, life sciences, healthcare, and construction.
Smart Campus Leerpark offers a dynamic environment for high tech systems and materials innovation, where digital and physical technologies come together. The campus brings students, entrepreneurs, and established companies into close collaboration on projects focused on digitalisation, automation, and advanced materials. Guided by its strong sustainability and circular-economy ethos, Smart Campus Leerpark supports the development of smart, scalable solutions for industry. Its prime location in Dordrecht and strong links to the Drechtsteden innovation ecosystem make the campus an attractive base for high-tech companies seeking to test, refine, and implement new technologies in a real-world setting.