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About this care
Welcome to De Kleine Beer, our warm and homely daycare center located at Texandrilaan 30 in Apeldoorn. We provide care for children aged 0 to 4 years in a safe and familiar environment. Our daycare is part of Christoforus Kinderopvang and is located at Vrijeschool De Vijfster, giving us a unique connection to the anthroposophical vision of child development and education.
At De Kleine Beer, the well-being and development of your child is our central focus. We offer a calm and secure atmosphere where children can develop freely. Our pedagogical staff are specialized in caring for babies and toddlers, providing each child with the personal attention they deserve. We work with small groups to ensure the quality of care and create a homely atmosphere.
Our location is equipped with all facilities necessary for the care of young children. We have separate sleeping areas for rest periods, a safe outdoor space where children can play and explore, and we offer flexible childcare that meets the needs of both parents and children. We provide both full-day and half-day care options, allowing you to choose what best suits your situation.
As part of Christoforus Kinderopvang, we share the vision that every child is unique and develops at their own pace. We provide a rich learning environment where children can play, discover and grow. We warmly invite you to come and experience the atmosphere for yourself.Read more
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GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: June 16, 2025
Strengths
- The pedagogical policy is clearly documented and consistently implemented in practice
- Staff interact with children in a sensitive, responsive, and stimulating manner
- Good ratio between the number of children and qualified staff
- All employees hold the correct qualifications and approved Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG)
- Active parent committee with 5 members
- Clear complaints procedure and affiliation with the Childcare Disputes Committee (Geschillencommissie Kinderopvang)
Summary
KDV De Kleine Beer (now Berenboel) of Stichting Christoforus in Apeldoorn was inspected on 16 June 2025 by the Municipal Health Service (GGD) Noord- en Oost-Gelderland. The annual inspection focused on pedagogical climate, staff and groups, and parental rights. The location, which has an anthroposophical foundation and 25 childcare places, meets all examined quality requirements. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The staff are well-trained, the qualified staff-child ratio is adequate, and the pedagogical practice is assessed positively. The GGD advises no enforcement action.
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