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About this care
Welcome to BSO De Optimist, a small-scale and familiar after-school care centre in Den Helder. We are located in the same building as primary school Koningin Juliana at Lijsterstraat 1. Our BSO provides care for up to 16 children aged 4 to 12.
Before school, children can already join us. They start the day calmly with activities such as painting, folding paper planes, relaxing, building or crafting. We always have fun games ready; for example, draughts is a favourite. You will also find books to read yourself or to read to each other.
After school, there is a wide range of activities. Throughout the year we pay attention to holidays and enjoy creative projects together. Children love to invent and make things with their own hands. Our pedagogical staff take the younger children (years 1-4) to class and pick them up after school.
We are also open during school holidays. We then combine our group with BSO Super Tof, so that care is always available for your child. For non-binding information or a tour, you are most welcome at Lijsterstraat 1 in Den Helder.Read more
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: September 23, 2025
Strengths
- Committed and skilled staff
- Positive pedagogical approach
- Good range of activities at the after-school care (BSO)
- Children feel at home at the location
Summary
On 23 September 2025, the Municipal Health Service (GGD) Hollands Noorden conducted an annual inspection at after-school care (BSO) De Optimist in Den Helder. The location, part of Kappio, provides care for 16 children aged 4 to 13 years in a base group. The inspection included interviews with childcare professionals, observations of practice, and document review. The conclusion is that all assessed requirements have been met. No shortcomings, violations, or areas for improvement were identified. The licence holder responded positively to the report and emphasised the commitment and expertise of the staff.
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