BSO Prinses Amalia Finlandia

Strengths

• Pedagogical policy and practice provide emotional security, structure, and developmental challenges
• Children are actively involved in group activities and learn responsibility
• All staff members hold the correct diplomas, Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG), and registration
• Staffing levels meet statutory ratios
• Safety and health policy is up to date and adhered to
• All childcare professionals hold a valid first aid (EHBO) certificate

Violations

• Violation from 2024: absence of a qualified first aider during care hours (since resolved)

Summary

BSO Prinses Amalia Finlandia in Rotterdam provides after-school care (BSO) for up to 40 children aged 4 to 13. The Municipal Health Service (GGD) conducted an unannounced annual inspection on 13 November 2025. All assessed quality requirements have now been found to be in order. The pedagogical policy and practice align well with children's development; there is a relaxed atmosphere, children receive structure, and are actively involved in group activities. All staff members hold the required diplomas, Certificates of Good Conduct (VOG), and are registered; staffing levels meet statutory ratios. The safety and health policy is in order: all childcare professionals hold a valid first aid (EHBO) certificate, and the previously identified violation (absence of a qualified first aider) has been resolved. During the visit, a broken bench was still present in the room; this was removed immediately upon notification. The municipality is advised not to take enforcement action.