De Dikkedeur Oudedijk

Strengths

• Pedagogical policy is complete and is being implemented
• Relaxed, emotionally safe group atmosphere
• Staff show respect for autonomy and provide appropriate challenge
• All Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) declarations and Childcare Personnel Register entries in order
• Correct staff-to-child ratios and sufficient qualified personnel
• Indoor and outdoor spaces safe, spacious and age-appropriately arranged
• Separate sleeping area for babies available

Summary

A Municipal Health Service (GGD) inspection on 4 September 2025 at daycare center (kinderdagverblijf/KDV) De Dikkedeur Oudedijk (64 places, 0-2 years) shows that the location meets all assessed statutory quality requirements. The pedagogical policy (plan 'Growing Up Happy and Carefree' and parent information 'Dikkedeurwijzer') is in place and being correctly implemented. Observations indicate a relaxed atmosphere, emotional safety, challenging activities and respectful guidance. All staff hold a valid Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) and are registered in the Childcare Personnel Register; training requirements and staff-to-child ratios are in order. The indoor and outdoor spaces are safe, age-appropriately arranged and meet surface area requirements; a separate sleeping area is available for children under 1.5 years. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The municipality is advised not to enforce.