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About this care
Tante Cato – BMS is an after-school care facility located at Sandenburch 1 in Amsterdam-Buitenveldert. We are part of Tante Cato & ZO, an organization fully dedicated to after-school care for children aged 4 to 12. Our premises are on the ground floor of the same building as De Buitenveldertse Montessorischool (BMS), allowing us to offer a seamless transition from school to care.
We provide care for up to 57 children per day, divided into horizontal age groups. Our pedagogical staff guide the children through a wide range of activities: from creative craft projects and sports challenges to themed games. During school weeks we are open from the end of the school day until 18:30. During holidays and study days we welcome children from 08:00 to 18:30.
A large part of our programme consists of excursions. We regularly visit museums, theatres, indoor playgrounds and the cinema. In addition, we organize workshops and work on creative or sports projects. Before each holiday we draw up a holiday programme so that children know exactly what to expect. We adapt this programme flexibly based on the weather or new opportunities that arise.
Our BMS location is specifically intended for children in school groups 1 to 3. We work closely with the Montessori school to optimally support each child's development.Read more
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: December 15, 2025
Strengths
- Staff guide social interactions effectively and teach children conflict resolution
- Values and norms are conveyed in a natural way, for example when washing hands and making agreements about toys
- Well-developed safety and health policy with attention to low-consequence risks
- Children are given space to explore their boundaries under supervision
- All staff members hold a valid Certificate of Conduct (VOG) and first aid certificate (EHBO) with annual refresher training
- Clear daily structure with morning briefings and consultation between staff members
Summary
Tante Cato - BMS is an after-school care (BSO) in Amsterdam for children in groups 1 through 4 of primary school. The Municipal Health Service (GGD) conducted an unannounced annual inspection on 15 December 2025. The location meets all inspected quality requirements. The pedagogical practice is sound: staff guide children in social interactions, convey values and norms, and encourage independence. The safety and health policy is well developed, with attention to low-consequence risks and adequate first aid (EHBO) provisions. All staff members hold a valid Certificate of Conduct (VOG) and are registered in the Childcare Personnel Register (Personenregister Kinderopvang). The GGD advises accepting the report for information purposes.
Reviews
Hele fijne professionele mensen die erg goed voor mijn kinderen zorgen na schooltijd!
Geweldige BSO, fantastisch personeel, ik kan mij geen betere BSO wensen! Oprechte persoonlijke aandacht voor je kind, zeer behulpzaam en meedenkend e...
Fantastische BSO: directie is goed, personeel is professioneel, aardig en goed met kinderen, er worden leuke activiteiten en work shops georganiseerd ...
Heel tevreden over zorg en aandacht die onze kinderen krijgen hier. Oprechte interesse in het kind als individu.
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