BSO de Boe

Strengths

• Detailed pedagogical policy with attention for emotional safety, autonomy, and social skills
• All staff members hold appropriate diplomas and Certificate of Conduct (VOG) statements
• Good collaboration with the primary school and clear organizational structure
• Sufficient space available (212.2 m² for 60 children)
• Mentor system for all children
• Clear onboarding program with 3 phases for new staff members

Shortcomings

• The original pedagogical work plan did not meet all requirements and had to be revised
• The original safety and health policy did not meet all requirements and had to be revised
• The rental agreement must be amended as no use is currently arranged for one group room
• Two childcare professionals do not yet hold a valid first aid (EHBO) diploma (course scheduled for 28 August 2026)

Summary

The Municipal Health Service (GGD) conducted a pre-application inspection on 15 July 2026 for BSO de Boe, a new after-school care (BSO) in Amsterdam for 60 children (ages 4–13). The location will be the 5th after-school care (BSO) of Kinderopvang aan de Amstel and is housed in primary school Oostelijke Eilanden. The pedagogical policy and safety policy submitted in advance did not meet all requirements. The holder was given the opportunity to revise these, after which the amended versions were approved. Practice was not assessed as the location had not yet opened. All staff members hold the correct diplomas and Certificate of Conduct (VOG) statements. Two childcare professionals must still complete a first aid (EHBO) course before the start of operations. The GGD concludes that the location can reasonably be expected to meet the quality requirements.