De Boekenkast

Strengths

• Well-developed and implemented pedagogical policy plan with location-specific work plan
• Correct staff-child ratio and all staff members hold valid qualifications and Certificate of Conduct (VOG)
• Comprehensive safety and health policy with concrete risk measures and first aid provisions
• Active parent involvement through newsletters, parent portal and website despite exempted parent committee
• No complaints in 2024 with dispute-free letter from the Childcare Disputes Committee

Summary

GGD IJsselland conducted an annual inspection on 16 October 2025 at De Boekenkast, an after-school care (BSO) in Deventer with 20 childcare places. The location is part of RC Kids. All assessed domains comply with the Childcare Act: pedagogical climate, staff and groups, safety and health, and parental rights. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The staff-child ratio was in accordance with regulations (11 children, 1 staff member). The location has a safety and health policy with concrete measures such as vests during outdoor activities, finger guards on doors and present first aid certification. Parents are well informed through the website, newsletters and parent portal. As fewer than 50 children are cared for, no formal parent committee is required; parents are involved in other ways. No complaints were submitted in 2024. GGD advises the municipality of Deventer not to take enforcement measures.