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About this care
Welcome to Helden Opvang KDV Kerkstraat, located in the beautiful and historic Huize Veltheim in the center of Baarn. Our daycare center is housed in a stately villa from 1820 that has been recently renovated while preserving authentic details. The characteristic Scandinavian style of Helden Opvang radiates peace and warmth, making children feel at home immediately.
Our location accommodates up to 50 children aged 0 to 4 years. We work with horizontal groups, where children are cared for in age groups. The spaces are carefully furnished with natural materials and offer a homely atmosphere. The challenging natural garden with a beautiful sandbox and diverse wooden play equipment invites exploration and play. We believe in the power of outdoor play and make daily use of our green environment.
Our experienced pedagogical staff provide professional care where each child is given space to develop at their own pace. We stimulate children's natural curiosity and give them the tools to discover the world. The daycare center is open from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM, 52 weeks per year (excluding public holidays).
KDV Kerkstraat is part of Helden Opvang, an organization that stands for loving care in a homely atmosphere. We work from the conviction that children develop best in an environment where they feel safe and valued. Our location at Kerkstraat 1 in Baarn is easily accessible and offers a unique place where children can grow and flourish.Read more
GGD Inspection
All good
Inspection date: January 15, 2026
Strengths
- Staff demonstrate sensitive and responsive behavior in providing emotional security
- Good mutual interaction between staff and children
- Clear mentorship structure with fixed points of contact for parents
- Careful settling-in procedure for transitions to new groups
- All employees properly registered in the Childcare Personnel Register
- All staff meet training requirements, language proficiency standards, and babysitting course requirements
- Pedagogical policy is well implemented in practice
Summary
The annual inspection by GGD Utrecht region on 15 January 2026 shows that daycare center (kinderdagverblijf/KDV) Helden Opvang Kerkstraat in Baarn fully complies with the Childcare Act. The location, housed in villa 'Huize Veltheim' with 50 places for children aged 0-4, scores positively on both pedagogical climate and staff and groups. The pedagogical practice shows that staff interact with children in a sensitive and responsive manner, with attention to emotional security and mutual interaction. All employees are properly registered in the Childcare Personnel Register and hold the required diplomas and Certificate of Conduct (VOG). No violations or areas for improvement were identified. The GGD advises the municipality of Baarn not to take enforcement measures.
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