Features
About this care
Welcome to Partou de Nieuwe Nachtegaal! Our daycare centre is located in the modern community building at Mezenhof 28 in Rotterdam's Oud-Charlois district. On the ground floor we have three cosy groups specially designed for children aged 0 to 4. Together these groups accommodate 36 children, divided into horizontal age groups so every child receives the attention they deserve.
For us it's all about discovering, playing and growing. We use the VVE programme Uk & Puk, which playfully stimulates language, numeracy and social skills. Our pedagogical professionals follow Partou's six building blocks: a safe pedagogical climate, stimulating developmental environment, involved parents, professional guidance, continuous development line and sustainability. This gives every child a powerful start.
We're proud of our large, green playground with vegetable garden, sandpit and bicycles. Here children can romp, garden and discover animals. We regularly visit the petting zoo to strengthen the connection with nature. Inside there's a reading corner full of books, a creative corner for crafts and building, and separate sleeping areas where the little ones can nap peacefully.
Every day starts with a warm welcome and personal conversation with parents. We believe open communication is essential and keep parents informed of all milestones and happy moments through our own app. We cook fresh and healthy meals daily, taking into account any allergies or dietary requirements. For the youngest we provide bottle feeding, nappies and care products.
We offer flexible childcare: full days, half days or flexible hours. Our goal is for every child to feel safe, seen and valued, so they can explore the world with confidence.Read more
Practical info
Pedagogy methods
Certifications
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: August 31, 2026
Strengths
- The pedagogical policy is implemented well in practice
- Early childhood education (Uk & Puk) is well implemented with recognizable play areas and theme-based activities
- Children's development is systematically tracked via the digital system KIJK! and discussed with parents
- Parents are actively involved in early childhood education through open mornings, newsletters and app
- Staff-child ratios were in order at all inspected moments
- All staff members hold a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) and are properly registered in the Persons Register
- Safety and health policy is correctly adhered to by staff
- Parent committee has recently been successfully established with two members
Summary
The unannounced annual inspection on 31 August 2026 at childcare center De Nieuwe Nachtegaal in Rotterdam shows that the location meets all assessed quality requirements. The daycare center (kinderdagverblijf/KDV), part of Smallsteps B.V., accommodates 50 children aged 0 to 4 years across three groups. Early childhood education using the Uk & Puk programme is well implemented in the toddler group Ollie. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. Staff-child ratios, staff qualifications, safety procedures and parent committee are all in order. The advice to the municipality is: no enforcement action.
Reviews
Hele leuke juffen. Altijd een warm welkom als we er zijn. Volle aandacht met het afzetten en ophalen. 🥰👍🏼
Leuke opvang. Leuke medewerkers. Mijn kinderen gaan met veel plezier.
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