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About this care
BSO De Menkotoren is located in the Integral Child Centre (IKC) Menkotoren-Humankind at Rijnstraat 15 in Enschede. We provide after-school care for children aged 4 to 12. As part of the IKC we work closely with primary school Menkotoren, ensuring a seamless transition between school and childcare.
Our BSO is open on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM. On Monday, Tuesday and Thursday the activities take place in the school hall. On Wednesday and Friday care is provided at another Humankind location; we arrange safe transport to and from the facility.
We offer a varied activity programme that connects with the children's world of experience. After school the children receive a healthy snack and have plenty of opportunity to play outside. In addition, we regularly organise sports clinics, creative workshops and fun excursions to places such as a museum, playground or petting zoo. We are also open during school holidays and study days, offering an exciting holiday programme.
Our pedagogical staff are ready to provide the children with a safe and challenging time in which they can relax, play and discover new things. Together with the school we ensure the continuous development of your child.Read more
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: April 23, 2026
Strengths
- Pedagogical policy is elaborated in a policy plan and work plan, accessible via an online environment
- Positive pedagogical practice with good interactions, respectful treatment and sufficient challenge for children
- Good supervision during outdoor activities, including trips to the playground
- Staff hold the correct qualifications and are supported by a pedagogical coach
- Staff-child ratio is correct and personnel schedules show no discrepancies
- Safety and health policy is regularly discussed and updated
- Domestic violence and child abuse reporting protocol is up to date and known to staff
- Parents are well informed via parent app, website and newsletters
- Complaints procedure is documented in writing and the holder is affiliated with the Disputes Committee
Summary
BSO de Menkotoren in Enschede, part of Stichting Humankind, was inspected by GGD Twente on 23 April 2026. This was an unannounced annual inspection for 22 childcare places (ages 4-13). The location meets all assessed requirements in the domains of pedagogical climate, staff and groups, safety and health, and parental rights. The pedagogical practice demonstrates positive interactions, sufficient challenge for children and good supervision during outdoor activities. Staff hold the correct qualifications and the staff-child ratio is in order. The safety and health policy is actively discussed and applied. The holder informs parents through multiple channels and has an effective complaints procedure. There are no violations or areas for improvement. The municipality of Enschede is advised not to take enforcement measures.
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