Bukkems-Vermeulen

Strengths

• The childminder has good knowledge of the pedagogical policy plan and puts it into practice.
• There is a large, safe backyard available with plenty of play opportunities.
• The childminder regularly organizes outings and activities such as walking, grocery shopping, and arts & crafts.
• The accommodation has sufficient play and sleeping space, including a separate sleeping area for children under 18 months.
• The childminder holds the required diplomas, a valid first aid certificate, and is registered in the childcare personnel register.
• The premises are smoke-free and equipped with properly functioning smoke detectors.
• The childminder is easily reachable by phone as emergency backup contact.

Shortcomings

• The risk assessment must be supplemented to note that the bedroom with crib also serves as a workroom, where a sewing machine with scissors and pins are present.

Summary

The inspection report of 1 October 2024 concerns an unannounced annual investigation of the childminder/host parent care (gastouderopvang) of Bukkems-Vermeulen in Asten, registered with childminder agency (gastouderbureau) Mare. The childminder cares for two grandchildren (ages 2 and 10) at home three days per week. The inspection included document review, a site visit, and an interview with the childminder. In all examined areas – general conditions, pedagogical climate, requirements for the childminder, accommodation, and safety and health – the childcare meets the statutory quality requirements. One remark was made regarding the risk assessment: the bedroom with crib is also used as a workroom, where a sewing machine with scissors and pins are present. The childminder agency (gastouderbureau) must add these risks to the assessment. No violations were identified and no recovery offer (herstelaanbod) was issued.