Vegt den Dekker

Strengths

• The childminder/host parent (gastouder) creates an emotionally safe environment with individual attention for each child
• Pedagogical practice aligns well with the basic objectives of the Childcare Act
• Sufficient play and sleeping space indoors and outdoors, including an enclosed garden
• Good risk assessment for safety and health, updated annually
• The childminder/host parent holds the required diploma and valid first aid certificate
• Correct group composition and adequate backup care arrangement in place

Summary

This annual unannounced inspection on 24 June 2025 at childminder/host parent (gastouder) Vegt den Dekker in Amersfoort shows that the childcare meets the legal requirements in all inspected domains. The childminder/host parent provides care for 3 children (aged 2, 4 and 9 years) on 3 afternoons per week in her single-family home, arranged through Gastouderbureau Sproet. The pedagogical climate is assessed positively: the childminder/host parent creates an emotionally safe environment, gives individual attention, and encourages independent play. The accommodation offers sufficient play space indoors and outdoors, with an enclosed garden. The group composition and backup care arrangement are in order. Safety and health are well managed, including an up-to-date risk assessment and knowledge of the domestic violence reporting code. No areas for improvement or violations were identified.