Next Century

Strengths

• The pedagogical policy plan is comprehensive and concrete
• Staff hold the correct qualifications and Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG)
• Safety and health policy is complete and up to date
• Protocol for reporting domestic violence and child abuse is adequate
• Complaints procedure and membership of disputes committee are arranged

Shortcomings

• Indoor play space does not meet requirements for 60 childcare places; adjustment to 57 places necessary
• Glass impact resistance certificate did not contain the correct safety classification; doors have been removed pending correct certificate

Summary

The Municipal Health Service (GGD) inspected Next Century, an after-school care (BSO) facility in Rotterdam, for registration at the new location on Lange Hilleweg. The location generally meets the legal requirements for pedagogical policy, staff, safety, and parental rights. However, an issue was identified with the premises: the available space of 201.3 m² is insufficient for the requested 60 childcare places. The holder has removed glass doors due to missing safety certification. The GGD advises registration with 57 instead of 60 childcare places.