Amelis Buiten - Odyssee

Strengths

• Pedagogical practice in which children are approached with sensitivity and responsiveness
• Nature-based approach with inquiry-based learning and discovery in the outdoor space
• Clear safety agreements that are consistently communicated to children
• Good balance between predictable daily structure and room for individual choices
• Staff encourage independence, cooperation, and enrich play and learning experiences
• Correct staff-child ratio (3 staff members for 24 children)
• Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) registration and childcare personnel register in order

Summary

GGD inspection of after-school care (BSO) Amelis Buiten - Odyssee in Utrecht on 15 September 2026. The unannounced annual inspection assessed the pedagogical climate, staff, and groups. The location provides nature-based after-school care (BSO) for 24 children (ages 4-12) on the Amelisweerd estate. The inspection concludes that all assessed quality requirements under the Childcare Act are met. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The advice to the municipality is: no enforcement action.