Freekids BSO Kogerveld

Strengths

• Pedagogical policy is described in concrete terms and is implemented by childcare professionals
• Good attention to emotional safety and respect for children's autonomy
• Effective guidance of social competencies and value transfer
• Careful introduction of new children, even without a prior introductory visit
• Pedagogical policy and working methods are regularly discussed in team meetings
• All staff members correctly registered in the childcare personnel register
• Pedagogical policy staff member deployed according to mandatory formula
• Each child has a fixed mentor

Summary

The Municipal Health Service (GGD) conducted an unannounced annual inspection on March 9, 2026, at Freekids BSO Kogerveld in Zaandam. The after-school care (BSO) accommodates 20 children aged 4-13 and is located in the building of primary school 't Kogerveld. The inspection assessed the pedagogical climate and staffing and groups. Both components meet the statutory quality requirements. The pedagogical staff member demonstrated good interaction skills in practice, attention to emotional safety, and respect for children's autonomy. No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The holder did not submit a response to any findings but did react positively to the inspection visit. The advice to the municipality is: no enforcement action.