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About this care
Welcome to BSO de Poolster, located in the heart of the Broad School at Pasteurstraat 4C in Den Helder. As part of Monter Kinderopvang, we provide before and after school care for up to 80 children aged 4 to 12 years. Our location has been officially registered in the National Childcare Register since September 3, 2012, under number 223892786.
BSO de Poolster is housed in the modern child center De Windwijzer, which allows us to work intensively with the primary school and other partners in the broad school complex. This unique collaboration enables us to offer a seamless transition between school and after-school care. We operate according to the principle 'together where possible, different where necessary', using common themes and activities.
Our opening hours are extensive: from Monday to Friday we provide care from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. This means parents can flexibly accommodate their working hours while their children are in trusted hands. The location is easily accessible and offers a safe environment for children from various neighborhoods in Den Helder.
The broad school complex in which we are located has extensive facilities, including a gymnasium and a green playground. This natural play environment not only stimulates play but also contributes to sustainability awareness. Children learn through play to deal with natural materials and feel jointly responsible for their environment.
At BSO de Poolster, the development of each child is central. We offer a safe and stimulating environment where children can relax after a school day while simultaneously learning and discovering new things. Our professional pedagogical staff are ready to guide your child in activities that match their interests and developmental stage.Read more
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: April 30, 2026
Strengths
- Staff members know children by name and are aware of their personal circumstances
- Pleasant atmosphere in which children feel at ease and emotionally safe
- Pedagogical policy meets all content requirements
- Staff hold the correct qualifications and meet the IKK language requirement
- Good registration and linkage in the childcare personnel register
- Staff receive annual coaching from the pedagogical policy officer
Summary
The Municipal Health Service (GGD) conducted an unannounced annual inspection at BSO de Poolster in Den Helder on 30 April 2026. The after-school care (BSO), part of Monter Kinderopvang, accommodates 80 children aged 4 to 13 at De Windwijzer community school. All assessed requirements have been met. The pedagogical practice scores well: staff know the children personally and there is a pleasant atmosphere in which children feel safe. Staff qualifications, registration in the childcare personnel register, and the deployment of the pedagogical policy officer also meet the requirements. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The operator acknowledged the positive findings in her response.
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