De blije koe

Strengths

• The pedagogical policy is complete and staff members are familiar with it
• The safety and health policy is complete, up to date, and evaluated with employees
• The domestic violence and child abuse reporting code meets all requirements
• The parent committee is active and the complaints procedure functions well (no complaints received)
• Unique natural and educational environment through collaboration with an agricultural business

Violations

• A staff member who started on July 6, 2026, was not linked to the holder in the Childcare Personnel Register on July 30, 2026; the link only took place on August 13, 2026, more than 5 weeks after the start of employment

Summary

The Municipal Health Service (GGD) inspected after-school care (BSO) De blije koe in Eeserveen on July 30, 2026. The location provides after-school care (BSO) for a maximum of 11 children (ages 4-12) on an agricultural site. Overall, the care provision performs well: the pedagogical climate, safety and health, and parental rights are in order. One violation was identified under 'staff and groups': a new staff member who started on July 6, 2026, was not yet linked in the Childcare Personnel Register on the inspection date (July 30, 2026). The link was only made on August 13, 2026, more than 5 weeks after the start date. This constitutes a violation of the Childcare Act, as employees must be linked before they begin their duties. The holder has since resolved this. The GGD advises the municipality of Borger-Odoorn to enforce in accordance with the enforcement policy.